The Ogun State Security Network Agency, popularly known as the Amotekun Corps, has dismissed six newly recruited female operatives after they were discovered to be pregnant during their training exercise.
This development follows the directive of Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, who in March authorised the recruitment of an additional 500 operatives to strengthen the state’s security architecture. This was part of a broader initiative to enhance community policing and maintain public order across the state.
The Corps Commander, David Alade Adedigba, in a statement issued on Thursday, disclosed that the dismissals were necessitated by health and operational considerations. He noted that the affected recruits were found to be pregnant following a routine test conducted during the ongoing three-week intensive training programme.
“The training is designed to be physically rigorous and demanding. Continuing under such conditions poses serious risks to the health of the recruits and their unborn children,” the statement read in part.
He emphasised that the agency’s decision was rooted in its commitment to professionalism, safety, and the well-being of its personnel.
“In line with our standard operating procedures and duty of care, the dismissal of the six recruits was necessary to prevent potential complications and uphold the integrity of the training process,” he added.
Despite the dismissal, Adedigba commended the courage and patriotic spirit of the affected individuals, assuring them of future opportunities within the corps.
“We recognise their enthusiasm and desire to serve. Once they have safely delivered and are ready, they will be welcome to reapply during subsequent recruitment exercises,” he concluded.
The incident underscores the agency’s firm stance on maintaining operational standards while safeguarding the health of its personnel.
