The Corps Commander of the Osun Amotekun Corps, Isaac Omoyele, has narrowly escaped an assassination attempt after being ambushed by armed men late on Monday night.

The attack occurred around 10:05 p.m. along Ikirun Road, Osogbo, shortly after Omoyele left the Amotekun Corps Headquarters for his home. According to reports, the gunmen opened fire on his private vehicle, riddling it with bullets.

A statement issued by the Corps spokesperson, Yusuf Idowu Abass, confirmed that the incident has been reported to the Nigerian Police, Ota-Efun Division, Osogbo.

Omoyele sustained gunshot injuries and was immediately rushed to an undisclosed medical facility, where he is currently receiving treatment under protective watch. His condition has been described as stable.

“The Commander sustained gunshot injuries and is currently receiving treatment at an undisclosed medical facility. His condition is said to be stable, and he is under protective watch,” the statement read.

While investigations are ongoing, authorities have not yet identified the attackers, and no group has claimed responsibility for the incident.

The Amotekun Corps has assured the public that security operations across the state remain intact as efforts continue to uncover the motive behind the attack.