The Osun State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun Corps, has successfully arrested a notorious murderer and kidnapper, Ayoola Samuel Awe, alias Bishop Awasere, in the Isokun area of Ilesa. The 42-year-old suspect, who was on the wanted list of security agencies in Osun State, was captured after a fierce gun duel with Amotekun operatives on Saturday evening, September 6, 2025.
Details of the Arrest
According to the Osun Amotekun Corps Commander, Isaac Omoyele, the suspect's gang attempted to resist arrest, but they were overpowered through strategic decoys. During the operation, Amotekun operatives recovered a quantity of hard drugs and assorted charms from the suspects. The items are now in evidence as part of ongoing investigations ¹.
Investigation and Efforts to Apprehend Other Suspects
The police are conducting an investigation, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the gang who managed to escape during the gun battle. Omoyele assured the public that security operatives are actively trailing the fleeing suspects and are determined to bring every one of them to justice.
Commitment to Tackling Violent Crime
The Osun Amotekun Corps emphasized its commitment to tackling violent crime in the state. The corps commander confirmed that the arrest was the result of coordinated intelligence and persistent tracking by security operatives. This operation took several hours and yielded significant dividends, with the principal suspect and one of his cohorts now in custody ¹.
