The Nigeria Police have barricaded the Gani Fawehinmi Park in Lagos, blocking access to the place for a rally planned to hold there Tuesday in support of Amotekun, the security outfit set up by the governors of the South West region to secure the area from the menace of kidnapping, armed robbery, and other criminal activities.

The rally is organised by Yoruba World Congress (YWC).

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The Federal Government has declared Amotekun  illegal, saying that operation of the outfit contravenes provisions of the country’s Constitution.

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With years of experience in Nigerian journalism, Iniobong Iwok has built a reputation for deep political insight, compelling storytelling, and consistent, fact-driven reporting. Over the years, he has gained extensive experience reporting and writing incisive political analysis. Iniobong has interviewed key political figures across Nigeria and covered major national events, including the 2019 and 2023 general elections. A versatile journalist, he also has strong experience in education reporting and sector analysis. His work reflects a deep commitment to good governance and public accountability. Iniobong holds a B.Sc. in Sociology from the University of Ilorin and an M.Sc. in Sociology (Development Specialisation) from Lagos State University.

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