Akeem Owonikoko, a respected and trusted member of the So Safe Corp in Ososa, Ogun State, has denied accusations by the state Police Command of being an armed robber and a possessor of illegal weapons.

Akeem Owonikoko and his community are insisting he is not a criminal, but a community hero who has dedicated his life to ensuring peace and security in his town.

Owonikoko in an interview, revealed how he became a victim of circumstances and how he was framed by some unscrupulous elements who wanted to tarnish his reputation and destroy his livelihood.

He explained that he joined the So Safe Corp in 2014 after witnessing the havoc caused by a notorious cult group called Eye confraternity in his hospitality business. He stated that he bought a vigilante uniform and security gadgets, such as pepper spray, shockers, and jackknives, to equip himself for the task of protecting his community. He also joined other security groups like Agbekoya and Amotekun corps, where he worked with other volunteers to combat crime and maintain order.

Owonikoko narrated how he acquired his first gun from a hunter named Victor in 2017, but later modified it to a smaller size because it was faulty. He added that he used the gun only for self-defense and never for any illegal activity. He also recounted how he worked closely with various police departments and different DPOs, who recognised his efforts before he was later appointed as the unit commandant of vigilante corps at Ososa.

The people of Ososa have also come out in full support of Akeem Owonikoko, testifying to his character and integrity. They have described him as a diligent, dedicated, and loyal member of the So Safe Corp, who has always been at the forefront of fighting crime and ensuring peace in the community. They have expressed their shock and disbelief at the allegations leveled against him, saying that they are baseless and fabricated.

As Akeem Owonikoko awaits his fate, he appealed to the authorities and the media to investigate his case thoroughly and fairly.

He also pleaded with the public to not judge him by what they see or hear on the Internet, but by what they know about him from his years of service to his community.

Owonikoko said in tears: “They framed me, I am not a criminal. I am a peacekeeper, a community hero. Please help me clear my name.”