By Ayodele Oni
Yoruba Nation Activist, Sunday Igboho has sought for the Federal Government approval for his new security outfit, code named Iru Ekun Security Network.
Igboho explained that he was inspired to float the new security outfit in view of the rising case of kidnapping and other social vices in the South-West.
“The outfit was created to strengthen local security operations and protect forests across the South Western region of Nigeria amid rising security concerns.”
Igboho also pledged to comply with the recent Executive Order introduced by the Oyo State Government regulating the operations of private security organisations within the state.
In a statement, the activist revealed that all necessary documents and operational procedures required for the registration of the security outfit had already been submitted to the Federal Government.
According to him, the security network is designed to complement conventional security agencies in addressing the growing insecurity, particularly in rural communities frequently targeted by kidnappers and armed gangs.
“We have submitted all the required documents for our registered security firm, Iru Ekun Security Network, and are only awaiting Federal Government approval, which we believe will be granted soon,” he said.
Igboho expressed readiness to collaborate with security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services, Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, to strengthen efforts against insecurity in the South-West.
“We are fully prepared to work with the police, DSS, Nigerian Army, NSCDC 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, especially those in rural communities.
“It is evident that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is determined to confront criminality, not only in the South-West, but also in other parts of the country facing security challenges.
“We are also ready to comply with the executive order issued by Governor Seyi Makinde to regulate the activities of private security organisations.
“Without peace and security, socio-economic development cannot thrive, particularly in rural communities that serve as the hub of agricultural production and food security,” the statement added.
The development comes amid growing concerns over persistent cases of kidnapping, banditry and violent attacks in parts of the South-West and other regions of the country, with increasing calls for stronger community-based security initiatives to complement conventional security operations.
Churches and schools are being attacked in Ekiti, Kwara and Oyo with several worshippers and pupils abducted, with government doing little to secure release of the victims.
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