Oyo State Amotekun Corps in Crisis: Personnel Decry Lack of Appointment Letters, Promotions, and Ranking Structure

The Oyo State Amotekun Corps, a security outfit established to protect the lives and property of citizens, is facing a welfare crisis. Personnel of the corps have expressed frustration and demotivation due to the lack of basic formalities, including appointment letters, promotions, and a clear ranking structure.

According to sources within the corps, many personnel have not received official appointment letters, leaving them without formal recognition of their employment. This has implications for their job security, benefits, and career advancement.

Furthermore, the absence of a clear promotion policy has meant that personnel have not received promotions or career advancement opportunities, leading to stagnation and demotivation.

The lack of a ranking structure has also hindered effective command, control, and communication within the corps, leading to confusion and ambiguity.

Personnel of the corps have called on the state government to address these issues urgently, stating that it is affecting their morale and ability to perform their duties effectively.

The Oyo State government has promised to look into the matter, but personnel are yet to see any concrete actions.

This development has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the Amotekun Corps in providing security to the citizens of Oyo State.