Osun Amotekun boss escapes assassination attempt

The Osun State Commander of the Amotekun Corps, Isaac Omoyele, survived an assassination attempt after being attacked by armed gunmen on Monday evening. The incident occurred at approximately 10:05 p.m. along Ikirun Road in Osogbo, as Omoyele was driving home from the Amotekun Corps Headquarters.

According to reports, Omoyele’s private vehicle was ambushed by heavily armed men, who opened fire on the vehicle. The commander sustained gunshot injuries in the attack and is currently receiving treatment at a medical facility. His condition is reported to be stable, and he is under protective watch.

The incident has been reported to the Nigerian Police at the Ota-Efun Division in Osogbo, and an investigation is underway. However, no group has claimed responsibility for the attack, and the motive behind it remains unclear. The spokesperson for the Amotekun Corps, Yusuf Idowu Abass, confirmed the incident and stated that the corps is cooperating with the police to ensure a thorough investigation.

The attack on Omoyele is a significant incident, given his position as the commander of the Amotekun Corps in Osun State. The corps is a regional security outfit established to address security challenges in the southwestern region of Nigeria. The incident highlights the ongoing security concerns in the country and the need for increased vigilance and cooperation among security agencies.

As the investigation into the attack continues, the police and other security agencies are working to identify those responsible and bring them to justice. The incident has also raised concerns about the safety and security of high-ranking officials in the region, and measures are being taken to ensure their protection. With the commander’s condition reported to be stable, attention is now focused on uncovering the circumstances surrounding the attack and preventing similar incidents in the future.