OGUN POLICE DEPLOY SCHOOL PROTECTION SQUAD, PARTNER PCRC ON SAFER SCHOOL INITIATIVE
In line with the strategic policing agenda of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, on proactive, preventive and community-oriented policing, the Ogun State Police Command has deployed its School Protection Squad across the State as schools resume academic activities, with some institutions scheduled for subsequent resumption.
The deployment is aimed at strengthening police visibility around schools, protecting pupils, teachers and school personnel, securing school infrastructure, gathering actionable intelligence and ensuring swift response to emerging security threats.
In furtherance of the initiative, the Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, psc, FCSS, MNIPR, recently received an executive delegation of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) Safe School Club, led by the State Chairman, Comrade Abdullahi Babatunde Lawal, at the Command Headquarters, Abeokuta.
The engagement focused on strengthening collaboration among the Police, school authorities, parents, students and community stakeholders for the early identification, reporting and prevention of security threats within and around schools.
CP Bode Ojajuni commended the initiative and reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to the partnership. He charged the School Protection Squad to remain vigilant, maintain close engagement with school communities and respond promptly to credible security information.
The CP reiterated that the Command remains committed to anticipating threats, preventing incidents and providing swift protective intervention, while urging school proprietors, administrators, teachers, parents, students and the public to remain vigilant.
The Command particularly urges everyone to: SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING. Do not ignore suspicious persons, vehicles, movements or activities around any school. Report immediately, early information can prevent an incident.
For any school-related emergency, contact the Ogun State Police Command through the Gateway Shield Emergency Line: 08000009111.
The Command assures residents that the School Protection Squad, in partnership with the PCRC and other stakeholders, remains fully prepared to protect schools, prevent threats and respond swiftly to emergencies across the State.
