Easter: Police deploy personnel, assets across Lagos

The Commissioner, Lagos State Police Command, CP Fatai Tijani, has ordered a massive deployment of personnel and operational assets across the state ahead of the Easter celebrations.

The CP said this in a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, Superintendent of Police (SP) Abimbola Adebisi, on Friday.

Tijanu assured residents of adequate security before, during, and after the festivities.

The CP said the command had put in place a comprehensive and proactive security architecture to ensure a peaceful, safe, and hitch-free celebration across the state.

He said officers and resources had been deployed to key locations, including worship centres, recreational facilities, major highways, transportation hubs, and other critical public infrastructure to guarantee maximum security coverage.

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He said: “Special attention has been given to riverine communities, with the Marine Police positioned for enhanced surveillance and patrol to prevent criminal activities and ensure safety along the waterways.

“The police is  working closely with relevant agencies to implement effective traffic management measures aimed at ensuring the free flow of traffic throughout the festive period.”

Tijani wished Christians a happy Easter, urging them to reflect on the values of love, sacrifice, and peaceful coexistence that come with the season.

The CP reaffirmed the command’s commitment to the protection of lives and property, stressing the importance of community partnership in effective policing.

He also called on residents to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious persons or activities.

He advised residents to make use of the command’s emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, and 09168630929, for distress calls and credible information sharing.

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