The Ondo State Governor has approved the recruitment of 500 new Amotekun operatives to boost security across the state. This decision comes as part of ongoing efforts to tackle rising insecurity and provide better protection for residents. The government believes that increasing manpower will help strengthen community policing.

According to the governor, the new recruits will support the Amotekun Corps in responding faster to threats such as kidnapping, robbery, and farm attacks. He explained that security is a major priority, and adding more trained personnel will help reduce criminal activities in both rural and urban areas.

The recruitment will also improve intelligence gathering, as more officers will be stationed in local communities. The governor stated that working closely with residents will make it easier to identify criminals and prevent attacks before they happen. The government promised that training will be thorough to ensure high discipline and professionalism.

He further assured the people of Ondo State that the administration will continue investing in security equipment, logistics, and welfare for the operatives. With the new approval, the state hopes to maintain peace and create a safer environment for business and daily activities.