SP Omolola Odutola, PPRO Ogun Police Command
The police in Ogun State has guaranteed residents of the state of smart policing of the nooks and crannies of Ogun State for the duration of the Eid el FITRI Celebrations.
In a press statement e-signed by SP Omolola Odutola, the
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Ogun State Police
Command Headquarters Eleweran, the police said that: “As devout Muslims mark the end of the 30 day Ramadan Fasting with the celebration of Eid el fitri, the Ogun State Police Command has encapsulated its operation order specifically to commemorate the yearly celebration with audacious support and safety measures articulated to ensure the citizens of Ogun State have a peaceful Eid during and after the celebration”.
Omolola assured that policemen have been drafted to man critical flash points and its been evidence from the 8th of April 2024 with heavy presence of security personnel conducting barricaded stop and searches in areas like, Kemta, Bamboo, Onigarri, Odeda, Long bridge, Alapako,Ogunmakin,Foursquare, Straight gate, the Command appeal for cooperation from residents, as police presences will be strongly felt in those places.
The PPRO pointed out that visitors entering into the Gateway State should expect thorough checks for security purposes and are enjoined to exercise patience as there will be few checks and checkpoints deliberately created for the security pleasures of residents.
“As the modus operandi of criminals are easily predicted, people accessing point of sale locations, eatery, lounges , restaurants, hotels are hereby adviced to be alert and secure their valuables in order not to fall victim of the schemes of criminals”, the police spokesman said.
Omolola added that “Prayer Grounds will witness deployment of specialized units who will man the gates. Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Counter terrorism, and Mobile Police will be visible at praying grounds, all strategically placed to curb attacks and ward off criminals.
“Other security agencies in collaboration with the Ogun State Police Command will be on patrol of the Lagos Ibadan expressway, as well as Sagamu Benin highway, Kara long bridge, will remain on surveillance by the Divisional Police Officers in their respective area of jurisdiction.
“The Commissioner of Police has directed supervisory Area Commanders, to render hourly situation reports, throughout the Eid celebrations”.
The PPRO noted that the Commissioner of Police, CP Alamutu Abiodun Mustapha felicitates with devout Muslims as he wishes all Muslim faithfuls a happy Eid El FITRI.
