Osogbo, Nigeria – In a significant development for Osun State’s security sector, Hon Isaac Adekunle Omoyele has been appointed as the new Corps Commander of the Osun Amotekun Corps.
The announcement was made on Governor Ademola Adeleke during the week. This strategic move is part of the governor’s broader efforts to strengthen the state’s security framework.
Omoyele, a retired Chief Superintendent of Police, currently serves as the Special Adviser to the Governor on Internal Security. He has previously held the position of Chief Security Officer to Governor Adeleke, making him a familiar and trusted figure within the administration.
His extensive background in security and law enforcement positions him well to lead the Amotekun Corps, a regional security outfit established to combat rising insecurity in the Southwest region of Nigeria.
Mallam Olawale Rasheed, spokesperson to the State Governor, emphasized the importance of these strategic appointments in enhancing the state’s security framework.
“The new leadership of the Amotekun Corps is expected to drive greater efficiency and effectiveness in maintaining peace and security across the state,” Rasheed said.
Hon Isaac Adekunle Omoyele’s extensive background in security makes him an ideal fit for this role. Omoyele has a distinguished career in the Nigeria Police Force, where he served in various capacities, demonstrating his expertise and dedication to maintaining law and order.
As the new Corps Commander, he is expected to bring a focused and proactive approach to the Amotekun Corps’ operations, leveraging his experience to address the security challenges facing Osun State.
His leadership is expected to significantly enhance the operational capabilities of the Amotekun Corps, ensuring it can effectively tackle the security challenges facing Osun State.q
This appointment, effective immediately, reflect Governor Adeleke’s commitment to bolstering security in Osun State. With the new leadership in place, the Amotekun Corps is poised to enhance its effectiveness in tackling insecurity and maintaining peace across the state.
The governor’s strategic vision for the Amotekun Corps includes leveraging the vast experience and expertise of Omoyele to create a safer and more secure environment for all residents.
The people of Osun State can look forward to a more robust and responsive security apparatus under the leadership of Hon Isaac Adekunle Omoyele.
His appointment marks a new chapter for the Amotekun Corps, one that promises greater efficiency, effectiveness, and a renewed commitment to safeguarding the lives and properties of the state’s residents.
