The Osun State Security Network Agency, Osun Amotekun has confirmed a violent attack on its Egbedore Local Government Command headquarters in Awo.
According to the security agency, the attack left several personnel injured and firearms stolen.
The incident the spokesperson of the agency, Yusuf Idowu Abass said in a statement on Tuesday occurred on Monday evening.
The attack, the Osun Amotekun described was a coordinated mob assault on its facility, resulting in significant damage to infrastructure and operational equipment.
According to the statement, “preliminary reports revealed the situation began at about 8:00 p.m. when a civilian reportedly fled to the Amotekun office seeking refuge after being chased by suspected hoodlums.
“The victim was said to have been involved in a disagreement linked to a football-related altercation the previous day, which allegedly escalated into a violent confrontation.”
The statement disclosed that eyewitnesses indicated that the attackers, armed with machetes and other dangerous weapons, pursued and assaulted the individual before he managed to escape to the security post.
“Amotekun officers on duty reportedly intervened and offered protection to the victim, preventing further immediate harm.
“However, the assailants were said to have regrouped and returned in large numbers, launching a fresh and more intense attack on the command headquarters.
“During the assault, the mob vandalised the facility, injured personnel, breached security, and allegedly attacked the victim again while inside the premises.
“The attackers also reportedly carted away firearms belonging to the command before security operatives were able to repel them and restore order,” the statement added.
The agency confirmed that five suspects were arrested at the scene and have been handed over to the police for investigation.
It also urged residents to remain calm and assist authorities with information to track down other perpetrators.
Mob attack on Amotekun office in Osun injures personnel
