The Lagos State Security Trust Fund has equipped Divisional Police Officers, area commanders and tactical squad commanders across the state with bulletproof vests and ballistic helmets to strengthen operational safety and security response.
The LSSTF disclosed this in a statement made available to NewsWatch Metro on Sunday.
According to the statement, the intervention underscores Lagos State’s commitment to strengthening its security architecture amid rising national security concerns.
“Earlier today, Friday 5th June, by the instructions and orders of the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Gov. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, the Executive Secretary/CEO of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, LSSTF, Ayodele Ogunsan presented bulletproof vests and ballistic helmets to all Divisional Police Officers, Area Commanders and Tactical Squad Commanders across Lagos, in a firm affirmation that Lagos possesses the capacity, resources and institutional framework required to maintain its status as one of the safest environments for business and living in Nigeria,” the statement read.
Speaking during the presentation ceremony, the Executive Secretary/CEO of LSSTF, Dr Ayodele Ogunsan, reassured residents that Lagos remains safe and fully prepared to respond to any threat to public safety.
“For those who intend to perpetrate evil, Lagos is not the place. Our responsibility is to secure this state, and we will pursue that responsibility with all our strength.”
Ogunsan noted that the equipment was deliberately provided to senior police officers to reinforce leadership at the operational level.
“In response to the confidence that Lagosians have reposed in us, we are empowering the agency that they have entrusted with securing them. The job is simple — to secure Lagos. And we are doing that with renewed strength and determination because these are challenging times.”
He added that the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to equip all security formations in the state.
“We have been equipping security agencies across the board for several months now, not just the police, but all security formations operating in Lagos. However, we felt leadership is critical. That is why today we are presenting these items to all DPOs, Area Commanders and Tactical Squad Commanders.”
Ogunsan also commended Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for his sustained commitment to security in the state.
“We have invested significantly in security through the support of Lagosians and under the leadership of our competent and able Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The governor has demonstrated exceptional commitment to the safety of residents.”
He further expressed appreciation to Lagos residents for their contributions to the LSSTF’s interventions.
“Our mandate is very clear. We were established to support all the security agencies in Lagos, most especially the police, who head internal security operations. But first, we must thank Lagosians for making available the resources that enable us to procure these security assets.”
On his part, the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Fatai Tijani, commended the initiative, describing it as a boost to operational effectiveness.
“To whom much is given, much is expected. Lagosians should expect nothing less than excellence from us. With the tremendous support we continue to receive from the Lagos State Government and the LSSTF, led by Dr Ogunsan, we are battle-ready and fully committed to ensuring the safety and security of every resident of Lagos.”
