The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has declared that his administration is on high alert against rising security threats across the country, unveiling plans to deploy technology-driven solutions to strengthen the state’s security architecture and protect lives and property. Governor Abiodun made the declaration during the All Progressives Congress Strategic Meeting held at the Presidential Lodge, Ibara, Abeokuta. Describing the growing menace of terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping across the country as deeply concerning, the governor assured residents that his administration would take proactive steps to prevent criminal elements from gaining a foothold in the state.
Speaking on the steps being taken by his administration to counter these challenges, the governor noted that modern tools would be utilized to track and neutralize threats before they materialize. He said, “We are rising to the occasion of insecurity by deploying technology to safeguard the lives of our people. We will not wait for anyone to come and attack us,” He reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring the safety of residents through strategic investments in security infrastructure, enhanced collaboration with security agencies, and sustained community engagement.
Abiodun emphasized that the government remains fully dedicated to keeping the state peaceful for both residents and corporate entities. He stated, “As a government, we reaffirm our commitment to the protection of lives and property across Ogun State. Through strategic investments in security infrastructure, collaboration with security agencies and community engagement, we remain committed to maintaining Ogun State as a secure, peaceful and investment-friendly destination,”
The governor explained that special attention was being paid to the security of schools and educational institutions, noting that children represent the future of the state and must be adequately protected. According to him, the government has intensified security measures around schools through increased surveillance, deployment of security personnel to strategic locations, stronger inter-agency collaboration, and the deployment of modern technology to monitor vulnerable areas. He noted that the interventions are aimed at deterring criminal activities and ensuring that educational institutions remain safe and conducive environments for learning.
Governor Abiodun also disclosed that while his administration has made significant investments in infrastructure development, greater emphasis would now be placed on human capital development and social intervention programmes designed to cushion the effects of prevailing economic challenges on residents. The governor reaffirmed his commitment to improving the welfare of the people and ensuring that the dividends of democracy are felt across all segments of society.
He also commended members of the APC in Ogun State for conducting peaceful and crisis-free primary elections, describing the exercise as a demonstration of political maturity, unity, and discipline. He said, “Our primary was inclusive, transparent and fair. We sat down, discussed and chose our candidates without rancour. Though many contested, only one person could emerge. Those who stepped down for others are the unsung heroes of this process,”
Earlier in the meeting, the Ogun State APC Chairman, Chief Yemi Sanusi, commended party members for their exemplary conduct during and after the primary elections. He noted that the strategic meeting was specifically convened to strengthen preparations and mobilization efforts ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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