LAGOS POLICE DEPLOY MASSIVE SECURITY OPERATIONS FOR CHRISTMAS, NEW YEAR FESTIVITIES

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By Aishat Momoh. O.

The Lagos State Police Command has put comprehensive security measures in place to ensure a peaceful and crime-free Christmas and New Year celebration across the state.

Acting in line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, the Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, ordered the large-scale deployment of police personnel, tactical units and intelligence operatives to safeguard lives and property before, during and after the festive period.

According to the command, the security arrangement includes conventional police officers, specialised tactical teams, intelligence units and marine officers tasked with intensifying patrols and surveillance across Lagos waterways to prevent criminal infiltration. Special squads have also been strategically positioned across the state, while Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and heads of tactical units have been directed to intensify patrols, ensure visibility policing and maintain round-the-clock surveillance across all communities.

The command said deployed officers have been instructed to remain professional, courteous and firm in the discharge of their duties.

To address traffic congestion and ensure smooth vehicular movement during the festive rush, over 5,000 police personnel have been deployed for traffic management duties on major highways, inner roads and other identified traffic-prone areas across the state.

As part of efforts to curb the rising incidence of fatal road accidents, CP Jimoh recently held a strategic meeting with the Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, Dr Ayodele Ogunsan, alongside other security and safety agencies. Participants at the meeting included representatives of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Lagos State Fire Service, the Federal Controller of Works and other relevant agencies, to deliberate on sustainable measures to enhance road safety and public security.

The police also confirmed the deployment of joint security teams comprising conventional officers, tactical squads, smart operatives and intelligence units to crack down on traffic robbers, hoodlums and other criminal elements who may seek to exploit the festive period to disrupt public peace.

Special security attention is being given to places of worship, recreational centres, nightclubs, markets, motor parks and other public gathering points expected to witness increased human traffic during the celebrations.

CP Jimoh assured residents and visitors of the command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property throughout the festive season and beyond. He urged members of the public to remain law-abiding and vigilant, and to promptly report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station or through the command’s emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264 and 08039344870.

The Lagos State Police Command reiterated its resolve to ensure a safe, peaceful and secure celebration for all Lagosians.