In a bid to strengthen local security and ensure the safety of residents, the 10th Legislative Council of Ijebu Ode Local Government has called for greater synergy among all security agencies operating within the area.

The call was made by the Leader of the Legislative Council, Rt. Hon. Clement Olusesan Adenaike, during a series of courtesy visits to various security agencies within Ijebu Ode.

Members of the legislative arm emphasized the urgent need for improved coordination and collaboration between the Nigeria Police Force, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), local vigilante groups, and other security stakeholders.

Speaking during the visit, Rt. Hon. Adenaike stated that the purpose of the engagement was to solicit the continued support of security agencies in ensuring lasting peace across Ijebu Ode. 

"The safety of our people cannot be compromised. We must foster collaboration, information sharing, and joint operations to address security threats effectively,” the Leader said.

Also speaking, the Deputy Leader of the Council, Rt. Hon. Adeshola Ogundare, noted that familiarity and direct engagement are essential in building trust and understanding.

"Facial recognition isn’t enough to know ourselves. This visit is an opportunity for us to understand the operations of various security agencies and how we can better support each other,” he added.

In their separate remarks, the Majority Leader, Hon. Olayiwola Quadri Salami, and Hon. Akeem Allison commended the efforts of the security agencies in keeping every part of Ijebu Ode safe and secure.

In his response, ACP Yusuf Adesoye Wasiu, Area Commander of the Nigeria Police Force, Igbeba Division, assured the Council of the command’s commitment to security.

"We will continue to work assiduously to ensure that offenders are brought to book without fear or favour,” ACP Wasiu pledged.

The familiarization tour included visits to the following security outfits:

Sappers' Barracks, Ilese

Nigeria Police Force, Igbeba Area Division, Ijebu Ode

Amotekun Corps, Ijebu Ode

Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO), Ijebu Ode

Nigeria Police Force, Obalende Division, Ijebu Ode

Earlier visits had been made to:

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)

Ogun State Community, Social Orientation and Safety Corps (So-Safe)

Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps (TRACE)

Ogun State Fire and Safety Service