Nigeria, April 14 -- Security agencies in Ekiti State on Monday launched another joint operation codenamed "Operation Comb the Bush" as part of efforts to enhance safety and prevent criminal activities across the state.

Recall that the neighboring states bordering Ekiti including Kwara, Kogi, Ondo states have been in the news recently for banditry and kidnapping activities.

The operation which commenced on Monday involved officers of the armed forces, police, NSCDC, State Security Service (SSS), Amotekun Corps, among others.

Addressing the joint patrol team at the Police Headquarters in Ado Ekiti, before the commencement of the operation, the Commissioner of Police, Ekiti State Command, Falade Adegoroye, said the exercise became necess...