CP Lanre Ogunlowo Vows Tougher Security Measures In Ogun, Strengthens Police-Media Synergy

…CP Lanre Ogunlowo pledges action on murder case, farmer-herder clashes, and rising kidnappings

In a bid to strengthen security in Ogun State, the Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, PhD, paid a familiarization visit to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat in Abeokuta on January 30, 2025. The visit, held at the iconic Iwe Iroyin Press Centre in Oke Ilewo, aimed to foster a stronger partnership between the police and the media to enhance public safety.

The Commissioner, who has recorded significant security breakthroughs since assuming office, was warmly received by Ogun NUJ Chairman, Comrade Akinwale Olarenwaju, alongside his deputy and other veteran journalists, both serving and retired.

During an interactive session, CP Ogunlowo engaged journalists on pressing security issues affecting Ogun State, reaffirming the police’s commitment to tackling crime head-on.

One of the major concerns raised was the unresolved murder of Mr. Oyekanmi Taiwo, the Director of Finance in the Accounts Department, who was shot dead by unknown gunmen on November 29, 2023, while in possession of an undisclosed sum of money.

CP Ogunlowo assured journalists that investigations into the brutal killing remain active. Despite not being in office at the time of the incident, he emphasized that no case is ever abandoned under his leadership. He pledged that the police would exhaust all available evidence to bring the perpetrators to justice.

Concerns over recurring farmer-herder conflicts were also discussed. The CP revealed that the police have revived stakeholder meetings across all divisions in the state, bringing together local leaders, farmers, and herders to foster peaceful coexistence through dialogue. He expressed confidence that sustained engagement would significantly reduce violent clashes.

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With the resurgence of kidnappings in various parts of the state, journalists demanded to know what proactive measures were being taken by the police.

CP Ogunlowo urged residents to be vigilant and provide credible intelligence to security agencies, emphasizing the importance of community collaboration. He outlined ongoing security efforts, including:

Deployment of a Quick Intervention Squad to patrol crime hotspots, major highways, and other vulnerable areas.

Intensified police raids across communities to disrupt criminal hideouts before they strike.

The CP assured the public that the force remains committed to dismantling kidnapping networks and ensuring safer communities.

Expressing deep concern over the rise in ritual killings and criminal activities among youths, CP Ogunlowo condemned the disturbing trend. He urged parents to monitor their children’s activities and instill positive values, warning that anyone caught engaging in such heinous acts would face the full wrath of the law.

The leadership of Ogun NUJ commended CP Ogunlowo for his openness and proactive engagement with journalists. The Commissioner, in turn, stressed the need for a robust police-media partnership to enhance public sensitization on crime prevention and encourage citizens to share timely information with law enforcement.

The meeting ended on a positive note, with both parties reaffirming their commitment to fostering a safer Ogun State through responsible journalism and community-driven policing initiatives.

CSP Omolola Odutola, anipr

Police Public Relations Officer

Ogun State Police Command, Headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta