Yuletide: Police beef up security, assures Ogun residents of peaceful celebration

The Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, has reassured residents of the state of a peaceful and safe yuletide season.

Ogunlowo stated that the command has deployed its personnel and intelligence officers to ensure law and order during and after the season.

This was contained in a statement signed by the command’s spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, and obtained by Newspot on Tuesday.

The commissioner, while stressing that the season heralds increased social interactions, busy hours, and the closing of businesses, which can attract criminal behavior, reiterated the command’s zero-tolerance policy towards criminal activity.

He said, “Officers have been assigned strategically throughout Ogun State to ensure the safety of law-abiding citizens.

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“In efforts to bolster crime prevention, the command has mobilized operatives well-versed in human rights, civility, and professionalism to various locations to detect and prevent crime while protecting lives and property. This proactive approach is designed to ease any fear of insecurity in our communities during the festive season.

“Recognizing the potential for increased criminal activity during Christmas, the Ogun State Police Command has stepped up security measures, enhancing checkpoints and patrols across the state. Officers in uniform and plainclothes will be present to deter crime and reassure the public.

“High-risk areas that have witnessed threats in the past, such as Long Bridge, Rounder, Sapaade, Ogunmakin, and others, will be monitored by armored patrols.

“Additionally, specialized units like SWAT, Anti-Cultism, and Anti-Kidnapping will conduct regular patrols around educational institutions. Key locations such as places of worship, parks, recreation centers, government buildings, banks, and homes of diplomats will benefit from significant police presence.”

Ogunlowo urged members of the public to cooperate with security agents and respect the personnel on duty, who are working hard to keep everyone safe.