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Amotekun officer slumps, dies while preparing for work in Osun

An operative of the Osun State command of the South-West security outfit code-named Amotekun, Sheriff Ogundiran, has slumped and died in his home while preparing for the day’s work.

It was gathered that the Amotekun officer slumped and died on Thursday, June 12, 2025.

The deceased was said to have served as the Provost of the B Division at the Ila-Orangun Command before his death.

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Confirming the incident via a statement, the command’s spokesperson, Yusuf Idowu, said: “Ogundiran collapsed unexpectedly and was later confirmed dead.

“The death left a profound void within the Corps and the larger security community in Osun State.”

In a condolence message issued by the Osun Amotekun Corps Commander, Adekunle Omoyele, the security outfit condoled with the late Ogundiran’s family, friends, colleagues, and the Ila-Orangun community in Osun State.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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