Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Igboho has said he is still waiting for approval from the Federal Government to begin the operations of his proposed security group, Iru Ekun Security Network, aimed at clearing criminals from forests in the South-West.
PrimeTimes Nigeria reports that in a statement on Monday, he explained that all required papers for the registration and approval of the outfit have already been submitted to the Federal Government, and he is expecting a response soon.
Igboho stated that the group is fully prepared to work with security agencies such as the police, Department of State Services (DSS), Nigerian Army, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and others to tackle kidnapping, banditry, and other crimes affecting rural communities.
He also expressed support for the efforts of President Bola Tinubu, saying the administration is working to improve security across the country, especially in the South-West.
The activist added that his group is ready to obey the new rules introduced by the Oyo State Government on private security operations under Governor Seyi Makinde.
He noted that better security is needed for farming and rural life, stressing that peace is important for economic activities and food production in the region.
“We have submitted all the required documents for our registered security firm, Iru Ekun Security Network, and are only waiting for the Federal Government approval which will be granted soon.
“We are absolutely ready to collaborate with the police, Department of State Service (DSS), Nigeria Army, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and other relevant stakeholders in the security sector to flush out terrorists, kidnappers, bandits, and other hoodlums, who are threatening the peace and safety of our people, most especially in rural communities.
“It is obvious that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is resolutely committed to tackle criminalities not only the South West but also in all other regions in the plagued by insecurity.
“Besides, I want to state that we are also ready to comply with the new executive order issued by Governor Seyi Makinde to regulate the activities of private security concerns.
“We are ready to support and cooperate with measures aimed at strengthening the security and peace in Oyo and other states in Yorubaland.
“Without peace and security, healthy socioeconomic developments cannot thrive, most especially in the rural communities which remain the hub of agricultural production critical to the nation’s food security and means of livelihood for farmers,” the statement read.