In response to a deadly attack in Kwara State that left six people dead at a motor park, governors and security agencies across Nigeria’s Southwest region have intensified preventive measures to safeguard their states.
The Amotekun Corps, the regional security network, has deployed its operatives at key border towns to deter potential incursions. In Oyo State, officials confirmed that Amotekun—arguably the strongest in the region with over 2,500 personnel, 181 vehicles, and 450 motorcycles—is closely collaborating with the Army, Air Force, and police. The state has also approved the acquisition of two surveillance-equipped aircraft to boost its security operations across all 33 local government areas.
In Ekiti State, border posts were fortified, with Amotekun, police, and army units positioned alongside agro-marshals and anti-grazing personnel to prevent spillover attacks. Authorities have maintained close coordination with neighboring states—Kwara, Kogi, and Ondo—to ensure sensitive border communities are well-monitored.
Ondo State has also elevated its security response, deploying around 1,200 Amotekun operatives, enhancing logistics, and conducting joint patrols with other security agencies. More than 300 suspects have been arrested across 15 locations on charges ranging from armed robbery to kidnapping, as part of a sweeping crackdown.
Meanwhile, Osun State’s police command reaffirmed its vigilance at the borders, assuring residents that protective measures are in place and urging citizens to report any suspicious activities to authorities.
Regional leaders have delivered a unified message to would-be criminals: stay away from the Southwest. Their proactive stance signals a strong regional defense against banditry and cross-border threats.
