Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has announced that the state is prepared to establish its own police force, leveraging a manpower base of over 6,000 personnel from the Ogun State Security Network, Amotekun, and the So-Safe Corps. Abiodun made the disclosure while addressing the 50th anniversary celebration of Ereke Day in Ikenne, Ikenne Local Government Area, stating that the state has a strong security foundation to facilitate the transition to state policing.
The governor, who chairs the Nigeria Governors’ Forum Committee on State Police Creation and represents President Bola Tinubu in the committee, described the Ogun State House of Assembly’s approval of the state police as a significant milestone. He emphasized that Ogun is ready to translate this initiative into an effective policing structure to better protect the lives and property of its residents.
“Between Amotekun and So-Safe Corps, we have over 6,000 personnel. We are ready for the Ogun State Police Command, and that will make the difference in protecting the lives and property of our people,” Abiodun said.
Abiodun stressed that effective security is fundamental to economic growth and sustainable development, noting that collaboration between communities and security agencies is essential for creating a safe environment for businesses and investors. In a related development, he directed the immediate reconstruction of the Delabo-Ikenne Road, promising the intervention would improve accessibility and strengthen connectivity within the community.
Speaking on the golden jubilee of Ereke Day, the governor commended the traditional rulers and the Ikenne Traditional Council of Chiefs for their leadership in preserving the community’s unity. He noted that the 50-year milestone serves as a testament to the shared heritage and collective determination of the people of Ikenne, which has evolved from a cultural gathering into a platform for intellectual engagement and infrastructure advancement.
Abiodun also highlighted his administration’s infrastructure achievements, disclosing that more than 1,700 kilometres of roads have been constructed or rehabilitated across Ogun State, including over 40 roads in Remoland. He urged young people in the area to embrace political maturity and resist attempts by politicians to manipulate them ahead of the 2027 general elections, cautioning that no political ambition is worth sacrificing the peace of the community.
Earlier in the event, the Chairman, Mr. Kunle Soname, described Abiodun as a true son of Remoland and commended his administration’s contributions, including the donation of a 500KVA transformer and the reconstruction of Awolowo Road. Soname assured the governor of the continued support of the people of Ikenne and Remoland for his administration.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
