Amotekun Corps Criticised Over Alleged Misconduct Leadership Failure

A civil‑society group, The Osun Masterminds, has raised concerns about the operations of the Osun State Security Network Agency, known as the Amotekun Corps, citing misconduct and leadership shortcomings. In a statement delivered by its Executive Director, Prof. Wasiu Oyedokun‑Alli, during the group’s December 2025 State of the State address in Osogbo, the organization highlighted the corps’ failure to meet public expectations. Reported cases of murder, extortion and high‑handedness by some operatives were specifically mentioned, with the killing of residents in the Akinlalu community in September described as both unfortunate and troubling.

Prof. Oyedokun‑Alli noted that the current leadership, headed by retired Assistant Superintendent of Police Omoyele, has fallen short of acceptable standards. By contrast, the group observed that Amotekun corps in neighboring states—Ondo, Oyo, Ogun, Ekiti and Lagos—have achieved notable successes. The Osun Masterminds recalled the successful tenures of former leaders, Comrade Shittu Amitolu and Brigadier General Adewinnmbi, and called on Governor Ademola Adeleke to urgently reorganize the Amotekun Corps to ensure public safety.

The group emphasized the need for a total overhaul of the corps’ headship, warning that terrorism and banditry could spread into the state from neighboring areas. While acknowledging a reduction in security challenges during the recent Yuletide season and commending the Federal Government’s efforts, The Osun Masterminds cautioned against potential threats to Nigeria’s territorial integrity. They urged the government to remain vigilant in matters of national security and to address the shortcomings in the Osun State Security Network Agency to prevent further insecurity.

These concerns underscore the necessity for effective leadership and accountability within the Amotekun Corps to maintain public trust and ensure citizen safety. As the group continues to advocate for reforms, the Osun State government is expected to take prompt action to address the alleged misconduct and leadership failures, thereby strengthening the state’s security framework.