The Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Lohundare Jimoh, has assured residents that the state remains “safe and secure”, citing strengthened covert and overt operations across all police divisions.
Mr. Jimoh gave the assurance on Monday during a press briefing at the command headquarters in Ikeja, where he outlined recent security advancements and ongoing festive-season deployments.
He disclosed that the newly introduced Eko Strike Force, established by the Inspector General of Police, has been designed to enhance rapid-response capabilities statewide.
“The Eko Strike Force complements the Rapid Response Squad. Both units are mobile, highly trained, and dedicated to keeping Lagos safe,” he said.
According to the commissioner, the unit was first deployed in Surulere — a strategic corridor between the Mainland and the Island — to ensure swift intervention in high-traffic zones. More bases have since been activated with support from local governments to extend coverage across the state.
Mr. Jimoh noted that Lagos now boasts 57 tactical task force units, covering all local government and local council development areas.
“These squads form the covert arm of the Eko Strike Force, while the main unit functions as the overt wing,” he explained.
He said the combined deployment gives the command “the capacity to manage any security situation anywhere in the state”, citing recent operations in Mushin, Akala, Olorunsogo, and Sangotedo where weapons were recovered and suspects arrested.
“There is no area we cannot penetrate. Anyone attempting a crime in Lagos will be arrested and prosecuted,” Mr. Jimoh reaffirmed.
The commissioner noted that crime levels remained low in September, October, and November, despite the increased population movement ahead of the festive period. He added that Lagos had entered the final phase of its annual Ember Months security operations targeted at deterring seasonal crime.
Providing updates on waterways safety, he revealed that 26 gunboats had been deployed along critical marine routes, alongside the creation of a new Submarine Tactical Task Force to strengthen marine policing.
Mr. Jimoh said security deployments would remain intense across roads, public spaces, markets, and communities throughout the holidays. He urged the media to avoid amplifying fear or misinformation, warning that distorted reports often trigger unnecessary panic.
“Journalists are vital partners in sustaining security and public confidence,” he said, stressing the need for accuracy and responsible reporting.
The commissioner reaffirmed the command’s commitment to maintaining Lagos as a safe environment for residents, businesses, and visitors during the festive season.
