By Abdulhameed Ivavah.
Hon Aliyu Haruna Ogido, Ajaokuta Local Government Caretaker Chairman, recently convened a crucial security meeting with the Ajaokuta police area commander and DPO Adogo division, along with other security agencies.
The primary objective of the meeting was to discuss the pressing need for ensuring the safety and security of the people.
During the meeting, Hon. Aliyu Ogido raised concerns about criminals disguising as farmers and hunters to move about freely along certain road areas within the jurisdiction. He suggested that the police establish a dedicated checkpoint in these areas to deter criminal activities and promptly respond to any potential threats.
The Ajaokuta Council Boss further highlighted that criminals often disguise themselves as farmers and hunters to carry out their illegal acts, emphasizing the urgency to identify and apprehend suspected individuals.
In response to these concerns, the police authorities sought various forms of support from the office of the chairman.
They also requested the repair of their vehicles to facilitate regular patrols along Ajaokuta Roads, thus enhancing their ability to monitor the security situation in the area effectively.
The Ajaokuta Chief Security Officer, Hon Aliyu Ogido assured the police of his commitment to providing them with the necessary resources and support to replicate the state government’s standard security architecture in Ajaokuta LG
“The state government under the leadership of His Excellency Gov Ahmed Usman Ododo has been experiencing adequate security, My aims is to bolster the existing security measures and ensure the safety and well-being of Ajaokuta environs.
“I urge the police and other security agencies to work diligently in implementing the proposed security measures and assured residents that their concerns regarding security would be promptly addressed,” he said.
As the security meeting concluded, both parties expressed optimism regarding the collaborative efforts and the positive outcomes that their joint actions would yield.
