Sallah: Police deploy personnel to Ogun prayer ground, market place, motor parks

The Ogun State Police Command says its has strengthened proactive security measures, assuring residents of the state of a peaceful, safe, and hitch-free El-Kabir celebration.

The command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, in a statement on Monday said

adequate personnel and operational assets were deployed to strategic locations in the state.

Babaseyi noted that they were deployed to Eid prayer grounds, major highways, recreational centres, markets, motor parks, residential areas, and other identified public spaces. 

According to him, the deployment aimed at ensuring visible policing, effective crowd control, early threat detection, and swift response to any emerging security concerns before, during, and after the celebration.

He said, “Under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, psc, FCSS, MNIPR, has strengthened proactive security arrangements across the State ahead of the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration, with firm assurances of a peaceful, safe, and hitch-free festive period for all residents.

“Acting on the directives of the Commissioner of Police, all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, and Tactical Commanders have been placed on heightened alert and instructed to sustain aggressive patrols, stop-and-search operations where necessary, and ensure round-the-clock supervision of personnel within their areas of responsibility. 

“They are also to strengthen collaboration with community leaders, transport unions, and other relevant stakeholders to enhance intelligence sharing and prevent any breakdown of law and order during the festive period.”

The command appealed to members of the public to celebrate responsibly and remain security conscious throughout the season, urging parents and guardians to closely monitor the movement and activities of their children and wards.

“Members of the public are advised to avoid any conduct capable of disturbing public peace, including thuggery, cult-related activities, reckless driving, and other forms of disorderly behaviour.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, reassures residents of the Command’s unwavering commitment to proactive policing, peace, and the protection of lives and property across the State,” he added.