S’West insecurity: Igboho awaits FG nod to launch outfit

Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Sunday Igboho, is awaiting Federal Government approval for his new security outfit, "Iru Ekun Security Network." The initiative is intended to combat criminal elements operating in the forests of Nigeria's South-West region.

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We have submitted all the required documents for our registered security firm, ‘Iru Ekun Security Network’, and now await the Federal Government’s approval, which will be granted soon.

Igboho announced that all necessary documentation and procedural requirements for the security firm's approval have been submitted to the Federal Government. He expressed his readiness to collaborate with official security agencies, including the police, Department of State Service, Nigerian Army, and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. The goal is to jointly flush out terrorists, kidnappers, bandits, and other individuals threatening the safety of communities, particularly in rural areas.

In addition to seeking federal approval, Igboho stated his commitment to complying with Executive Order 001 of 2026, recently signed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. This order regulates the activities of private security firms within the state. Makinde's directive aims to ensure that all groups involved in security-related activities, such as vigilante and community-based security units, operate within a clear legal and operational framework.

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We are absolutely ready to collaborate with the police, Department of State Service, Nigeria Army, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps and other relevant stakeholders in the security sector to flush out terrorists, kidnappers, bandits, and other hoodlums threatening the peace and safety of our people, most especially in the rural communities.

Igboho commended President Bola Tinubu's administration for its commitment to improving the security architecture in the South-West and across Nigeria. He emphasized the importance of peace and security for socio-economic development, especially in rural communities that are vital for agricultural production and national food security.

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It is obvious that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is resolutely committed to tackling criminality not only in the South-West but also in other regions plagued by insecurity.

The activist believes that the Tinubu administration is resolutely tackling criminality nationwide. His "Iru Ekun Security Network" is positioned to support these efforts by strengthening security and peace in Oyo and other Yoruba states.

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We are ready to support and cooperate with measures aimed at strengthening security and peace in Oyo and other states in Yorubaland.