The Police Command in Lagos State has unveiled superior surveillance methods, patrol autos, and marine property to reinforce public security throughout the state.
The Commissioner of Police, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, disclosed this throughout the unveiling of the infrastructure on Wednesday in Lagos.
He mentioned that the initiative mirrored Lagos State’s dedication to trendy, technology-driven policing able to addressing up to date safety challenges.
In keeping with him, a community of high-tech cameras has been put in at strategic areas throughout the state and is being monitored from a central management room by specifically educated officers.
“The system allows real-time monitoring of public areas, main roads, transport corridors, and significant infrastructure. As soon as suspicious exercise is detected, info is instantly relayed to officers on the bottom for swift response.
“We now function a devoted management group the place actions are monitored repeatedly.
“As soon as something uncommon is observed, whether or not on the highway, in public transport areas, or inside delicate amenities, our groups are alerted immediately to take motion,” he mentioned.
The management room
To additional improve operational capability, Jimoh mentioned that the command had taken supply of two new patrol autos, donated by the Lagos State Safety Belief Fund, which had already been built-in into police operations.
“These autos are anticipated to enhance response time and mobility throughout emergencies,” he mentioned.
Patrol boat
Jimoh mentioned marine safety had obtained a serious enhance with the deployment of a completely geared up patrol boat from the Federal Authorities to safe Lagos waterways, terminals, and waterfront amenities.
“The boats, supported by police personnel and surveillance know-how together with drones, will function around the clock to discourage legal actions on water,” he mentioned.
As well as, the commissioner highlighted the effectiveness of the upgraded radio communication community, which allowed officers to reply promptly to misery calls and coordinate operations extra effectively throughout the state.
The police boss expressed gratitude to the Minister of Works, Mr Dave Umahi, for donating the management room facility to the command.
He additionally thanked the Lagos State Authorities, particularly Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and different stakeholders for his or her continued assist in offering vital safety infrastructure.
He famous that the collaboration had positioned Lagos on the forefront of inside safety preparedness in Nigeria.
“Our capability to guard life and property has considerably improved.
“These cameras, autos, boats, and communication methods symbolize a serious step ahead within the safety structure of Lagos State and, by extension, Nigeria,” he mentioned.
The commissioner assured residents that the command remained dedicated to professionalism, efficient service supply, and the continual use of recent know-how to make Lagos safer for all. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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