Lagos is safe, secure and battle ready - Ogunsan

 

By Kayode Olopade 

At a time when security concerns continue to dominate national discourse and several parts of the country grapple with varying forms of criminality, Lagos State is making a proactive and affirmative stance on security and well-being of its citizens, and is warning every criminally minded to stay away from its shores, either by land, air, or water. This is why the Lagos State Government is optimizing its security efforts through sustained and well-funded security architecture built on deliberate institutional support and collaboration.

Earlier on Friday 5th June, by the instructions and orders of the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Gov. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, the Executive Secretary/CEO of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, LSSTF, Dr. Ayodele Ogunsan presented bulletproof vests and ballistic helmets to all Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), Area Commanders and Tactical Squad Commanders across Lagos, in a firm affirmation that Lagos possesses the capacity, resources and institutional framework required to maintain its status as one of the safest environments for business and living in Nigeria.

Speaking during the official presentation ceremony, the Executive Secretary/CEO, LSSTF, Dr. Ogunsan, reassured Lagosians that despite security challenges confronting parts of the country, Lagos remains safe, secure and fully prepared to confront any threat to public peace and safety. “For those who intend to perpetrate evil, Lagos is not the place. Our responsibility is to secure this state and we will pursue that responsibility with all our strength. The officers standing behind us today are only a fraction of the men and women who are prepared and committed to protecting lives, safeguarding communities and stopping criminal elements in their tracks.”

Ogunsan noted that the protective gear was deliberately presented to senior police leaders to reinforce leadership from the front. “In response to the confidence that Lagosians have reposed in us, we are empowering the agency that they have entrusted with securing them. The job is simple – to secure Lagos. And we are doing that with renewed strength and determination because these are challenging times. While the security situation across the country demands vigilance, we are committed to ensuring that those challenges do not find expression within our domain.”

“We have been equipping security agencies across the board for several months now, not just the police but all security formations operating in Lagos. However, we felt leadership is critical. That is why today we are presenting these items to all DPOs, Area Commanders and Tactical Squad Commanders. When leaders are adequately equipped, they are empowered to lead their men from the front and inspire confidence throughout the ranks.”