The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining what officials described as Nigeria’s safest security environment with the donation of bulletproof vests, ballistic helmets and 100 raincoats to the Lagos Strategic Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).
The
donation, facilitated by the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), forms
part of the state government’s continued investment in strengthening security
agencies through the provision of operational equipment and logistics.
Presenting the items to the NDLEA command, the Executive Secretary/Chief
Executive Officer of the LSSTF, Dr Ayodele Ogunsan, said Governor Babajide
Sanwo-Olu remains committed to ensuring that security agencies operating in
Lagos are adequately equipped to safeguard lives and property.
“Let
me commend the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu,
in whose authority I am here today. He is the brain behind all that we do for
security agencies in Lagos. I have come to celebrate the best governor as far
as security is concerned in Nigeria. Lagos is the best and the safest state in
the country,” he said.
Ogunsan said the protective equipment would enhance the safety and operational
effectiveness of NDLEA officers in the fight against drug trafficking
and abuse across the state.
“We
have come to offer these bulletproof vests, ballistic helmets and raincoats so
that you can do more and achieve more. This will support your patrol operations
and ensure that the vital organs of our officers are protected. Please make
good use of these items, and we remain open to further collaboration,” he
added.
He
also commended the leadership of the NDLEA Lagos Strategic Command, describing
it as one of the agency’s best-performing commands.
“I also celebrate the best NDLEA command in Nigeria under Assistant
Commander-General of Narcotics, Wali Liman Abubakar. Since his assumption of
office, we have witnessed remarkable achievements. The energy and commitment he
has brought to the job are commendable. You play a crucial role in Lagos’
security architecture, and we are pleased to partner with you.”
Ogunsan
warned criminal elements against operating in the state, stressing that Lagos
would not provide a haven for crime.
“This is a warning to anyone planning to cause trouble. Lagos is not vacant. We
will accept nothing short of safety. Lagos is security-conscious and will
not harbour criminals. We are monitoring activities on land, at sea and in the
air,” he said.
Responding,
the Commander of the NDLEA Lagos Strategic Command, Assistant Commander-General
of Narcotics, Wali Liman Abubakar, thanked the Lagos State Government and the
LSSTF for the donation, describing it as timely.
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