Amotekun definition

Amotekun means leopard in Yoruba language and is an operational, nomenclature for the Western Nigeria Security Network (WNSN). The leopard symbolizes strength, perseverance, ambition, independence, toughness, patience, wisdom and fearlessness (Oladele and Adeniran, 2020). Amotekun is also known for its unique hunting behaviour and a well-camouflaged for which enables it to defend its territories from intruders.

Related to Amotekun

  • Panchayat means an institution (by whatever name called) of self-government constituted under article 243B, for the rural areas;

  • Tabarru ” means donation for the purpose of solidarity and cooperation among the Takaful Participants and to be used to help all Takaful Participants in times of misfortune. In the context of the Company, Tabarru’ will be allocated into the Participants’ Risk Fund.

  • CSAM or "Credit Suisse" (or any combination thereof).

  • IMRO means the Irish Music Rights Organisation CLG.

  • MOHLTC means the Minister or the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, as the context requires;