Amotekun Commander Denies Receiving Hilux from Deji Adeleke, Defends Corp’s Neutrality
By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo
The Commander of the Osun Amotekun Corps, High Chief Dr. Hon. Adekunle Isaac Omoyele, has dismissed allegations that he received a Toyota Hilux operational vehicle from Dr. Deji Adeleke, elder brother of Governor Ademola Adeleke, describing the claim as false and politically motivated.
The position of the Corps was contained in a statement issued by its Public Relations Officer, CSA Yusuf Idowu Abass, who said the allegations by the Forum of APC Former Legislators were intended to distract the security outfit from its constitutional responsibility of protecting lives and property across Osun State.
Dr. Omoyele maintained that the Osun Amotekun Corps has remained apolitical, professional and impartial since its establishment, stressing that the agency carries out its responsibilities without fear, favour or political affiliation.
He said the Corps was surprised to find itself at the centre of political attacks despite its commitment to neutrality, noting that it had deliberately stayed away from partisan politics.
The Corps Commander further observed that although APC local government chairmen recently distributed operational vehicles to several security agencies in the state, the Osun Amotekun Corps was conspicuously excluded from the exercise, despite being the security outfit closest to the grassroots and one established during the administration of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
He questioned why the Corps had continued to be drawn into political controversies, urging members of the public to reflect on why the agency was repeatedly targeted despite remaining neutral.
“The Osun Amotekun Corps belongs to the people of Osun State, not to any political party. Our loyalty is to the law and to the safety and security of every resident of the state,” Dr. Omoyele said.
He also cited a Yoruba proverb to illustrate his position, saying, “Tí a ò bá lè fún afọ́jú ní ọ̀pá titun, kò yẹ kí á tún gba tọwọ́ rẹ̀,” meaning, “If you cannot give a blind man a new walking stick, do not take away the one already in his hand.”
He said the proverb reflected the need for fairness and responsible public discourse, adding that unfounded allegations should not replace facts.
According to him, there is nothing improper about ensuring that the Commander of the Corps has an official vehicle to effectively coordinate security operations across the state.
“If those making these allegations are sincere, they should ask themselves whether they expect the Commander of a security outfit to discharge his responsibilities without adequate mobility,” he said.
Dr. Omoyele urged political actors to refrain from dragging security agencies into partisan contests, warning that such actions could erode public confidence in institutions established to protect all citizens, regardless of political affiliation.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the Osun Amotekun Corps to maintaining peace and order across Osun State.
“Our duty remains the protection of lives and property. We will continue to support every lawful effort aimed at strengthening security and ensuring the safety of all residents of Osun State,” he said.