How security operatives foiled plot to bomb Ondo Government House — Aiyedatiwa

Ondo State governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has revealed how security operatives foiled an alleged plot by a group of youths to bomb the Government House in Akure after intelligence reports exposed the scheme.

Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, the governor said the operation was one of several security breakthroughs recorded in the state in recent months.

Aiyedatiwa disclosed that intelligence gathered about three to four months ago alerted security agencies to suspicious activities by some youths allegedly planning an attack on the seat of government.

According to him, the suspects initially lodged in a hotel before relocating to a rented apartment, where they allegedly continued preparations for the attack.

The governor said acting on the intelligence, security personnel comprising officers of the Nigeria Police Force and the Amotekun Corps raided the location, arrested the suspects and recovered materials believed to be connected to the plot.

“Following intelligence reports, the police and Amotekun moved in, raided the location, arrested the suspects, and they remain in custody,” the governor said.

He added that investigations were ongoing to unravel the motive behind the alleged plot, stressing that the incident underscored the importance of intelligence-driven security operations.

Aiyedatiwa noted that many security successes often go unnoticed because attacks are prevented before they occur.

“So much work is being done. Security is one responsibility that leaders carry that is not so visible to everybody. It is only when there is a lapse that it will look as if the government has not been doing enough. We have been doing so much,” he said.

The governor further stated that South-West governors had continued to strengthen regional security through intelligence sharing and collaboration with outfits such as Amotekun.

His revelation came as he welcomed the conviction of four persons linked to the June 5, 2022 attack on St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Owo, describing the verdict as “a victory for justice and the rule of law.”

He reassured residents of the state’s commitment to protecting lives and property through enhanced surveillance, intelligence gathering and sustained cooperation among security agencies.