Amotekun Sends Back 114 Northerners Rounded Up In Ondo To Their States

Not less than 114 persons, primarily from the northern region of the nation have been deported by the Amotekun security outfit in Ondo State, over allegations of illegal entry into the state's forests.

According to the State Commander of Amotekun, Adetunji Adeleye, the individuals were being transported in two trucks and were destined for various forested areas, including Ore and Ofosu.

Adeleye, while addressing the media, revealed that security agencies had intensified operations in recent weeks to prevent the infiltration of unauthorized individuals into Ondo State’s forests. He added that the state governor had directed security personnel to remove anyone unable to provide a valid reason for being in the deep forest regions.

He further disclosed that several weapons, including locally made firearms, were recovered from the individuals, who were allegedly using the forests as a base to launch attacks before retreating. Adeleye stated that a thorough profiling process was conducted, and apart from three individuals, none could explain their final destination or purpose in the forests.

The Amotekun commander emphasized that while freedom of movement is a constitutional right, it must be exercised for legitimate purposes. He noted that the state governor had ordered their immediate return to their respective states of origin.

During the press briefing, Adeleye displayed some of the confiscated weapons. Meanwhile, the leader of the Hausa community in Ondo State, Bala Umaru, commended the government for prioritizing security and ensuring the safe return of the individuals to their home states.

The individuals have since been transported back to various locations across the country.