Osun Amọtẹkun Clears air on reasons some cadets were sent home from training camp.
Osun Amọtẹkun Corps headed by the Board Chairman, AIG Wale Abass has responded to some rumours about the on going recruitment of new personnel.
Abass who explained why some of the cadets from the ongoing training camp were sent home, made this clarification to the Media on Friday at the recruitment site on Friday in Ede.
According to Abass, “the recruitment process was open, transparent, and merit-based, with no consideration given to political affiliations. The 1,000 cadets invited to the camp underwent a rigorous selection process, which included online application, academic credential verification, physical screening, and fitness tests”.
He also explained further that some individuals who were not selected for training gained access to the camp premises, while others failed to arrive on time. These issues were addressed promptly, and those who had health issues were disqualified from continuing the training.
The Board Chairman also addressed a disturbing incident involving a woman who arrived at the camp with a breastfeeding infant, emphasizing that this is against the policy of paramilitary training.
“One disturbing incident that has been highlighted in the video circulating online involves a woman who arrived at the camp with a breastfeeding infant. This is completely against the policy of paramilitary training, which does not permit individuals with health conditions or those caring for young children to remain in the camp. This situation further underscores the importance of maintaining strict standards to ensure the safety and efficiency of our operations.
“It is deeply unfortunate that these applicants, who were rightfully discharged due to health concerns, have chosen to spread false information about the Corps.
“These actions are part of a deliberate campaign to damage the reputation of Osun Amotekun Corps and bring the organization into disrepute.
“The video in question is not a reflection of the truth but a calculated effort to mislead the public and undermine the work that we do.
“It’s not true that three people died in the camp. Those who were unconscious during the training are now recovering. This is the result of the efforts of certain individuals trying to exploit the situation for political gain”, he explained.
In an interview with some of the recruits who fainted during the exercise, they explained that they were given immediate attention at the clinic and they were fit to join the exercise after the medication and attention of the doctor.
However, Abass assured the public that the Osun Amotekun Corps remains committed to serving all citizens impartially and without bias, informing the public to disregard the baseless allegations and focus on the truth, emphasizing that the Corps will continue to uphold the principles of fairness, transparency, and professionalism in all its operations.
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