The Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps, says two officers have been killed in the line of duty following an ambush by gunmen in Akure, Ondo State.
This is contained in a statement made available to newsmen on Friday in Akure by Jimoh Adeniken, Public Relations Officer (P.R.O) of Amotekun Corps in Ondo State.
According to Adeniken, the incident occurred on Aug.11 when the officers were coming out of their base along Ago-oyinbo farming area, around Ala Daadaa, of Akure North Local Government Area of the state.
“The officers came under sudden attack by assailants, who engaged them in a fierce exchange of gunfire.
“Despite the bravery and resistance put up by the officers, one sustained fatal injuries and two unfortunately lost their lives.
“Following the incident, reinforcements were immediately deployed to the area by the command to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice,” the PRO said.
He also said the corps had intensified security operations, patrols and intelligence gathering within the affected area to prevent further attacks and reassure residents of the safety of their lives and property.
Adeniken explained that Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa , the corps commander and the management, commiserated with the families, colleagues and loved ones of the fallen officers.
“We salute their courage, sacrifice and commitment to the protection of the people of the state.
“The corps urges members of the public to remain calm and vigilant, and to provide security agencies with credible information that may assist in identifying and apprehending the perpetrators,” he said.
According to the PRO, the Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps, remains resolute and will not be deterred by the unfortunate incident.
“The corps, in conjunction with other security agencies, will continue to protect lives and property and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
“The families of the fallen heroe appreciate the Ondo State Government, the corps commander and the management of Amotekun for the befitting burial given to their late family members.
“They also urged the government to remember them in the future recruitment into the corps. and other benefits due to the family members. We remain resolute in tracking down perpetrators of the bastardly act,” he said.