The Nigeria Police Force has barred the Western Nigeria Security Network, codenamed Amotekun, vigilante groups and other unauthorised security outfits from participating in security operations during the 2026 Osun State governorship election.
The directive was announced by the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone XI in a statement made available to journalists on Wednesday through the zone’s Public Relations Officer, SP Ojedele Olanrewaju.
The police said only constitutionally recognised security agencies would be allowed to provide security before, during and after the governorship election.
According to the statement, the police, working with other authorised security agencies, will be responsible for maintaining law and order throughout the election period.
“As part of efforts to maintain law and order throughout the election period, the Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with other constitutionally recognised security agencies, will be solely responsible for the provision of security before, during and after the election,” the
