Ogun State Placed on Red Alert Amid Rising Security Concerns, According to Governor Abiodun

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Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun

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…unveils technology-driven security measures

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By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta

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Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has declared that his administration is on high alert in response to rising security threats across the country, unveiling plans to deploy technology-driven solutions to strengthen the state’s security architecture and safeguard lives and property.

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The governor made the declaration during the All Progressives Congress (APC) Strategic Meeting held at the Presidential Lodge, Ibara, Abeokuta.

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Expressing concern over the growing incidence of terrorism, banditry and kidnapping in parts of the country, Abiodun assured residents that his government would take proactive measures to prevent criminal elements from gaining a foothold in Ogun State.

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“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,” the governor said.

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He reiterated his administration’s commitment to maintaining peace and security through strategic investments in security infrastructure, closer collaboration with security agencies and active community engagement.

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According to him, “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.”

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Abiodun disclosed that special attention was being given to the security of schools and other educational institutions, stressing that children, as the future of the state, must be adequately protected.

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He explained that the government had intensified security around schools through increased surveillance, deployment of security personnel to strategic locations, enhanced inter-agency cooperation and the use of modern technology to monitor vulnerable areas.

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The governor noted that the measures were designed to deter criminal activities and ensure that schools remain safe and conducive environments for learning.

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On the socio-economic front, Abiodun revealed that while his administration had recorded significant strides in infrastructure development, greater emphasis would now be placed on human capital development and social intervention programmes aimed at cushioning the effects of prevailing economic challenges on residents.

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He reaffirmed his commitment to improving the welfare of the people and ensuring that the dividends of democracy are felt across all segments of society.

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The governor also commended members of the APC in Ogun State for conducting peaceful and crisis-free primary elections, describing the exercise as a reflection of political maturity, unity and party discipline.

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“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,” he stated.

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Earlier, the Ogun State APC Chairman, Chief Yemi Sanusi, praised party members for their exemplary conduct during and after the primaries.

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Sanusi explained that the strategic meeting was convened to strengthen consultations, mobilisation and preparations ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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