Lagosians applaud Ambode’s investment in security equipment

A cross section of Lagosians on Sunday applauded the Lagos State governor, Akinwunmi Ambode for equipping the Lagos command of the Nigeria Police with modern security gadgets and repositioning the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) to effectively combat criminal activities in the state.

Speaking with journalists, Taofeek Adaranijo, a lawmaker representing Agege Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, described the development as a strong statement that the security of lives and property was a priority to the state government.

“It’s one of the things that we are expecting from the governor and he has shown his commitment to the welfare, security and wellbeing of the people.

“We have seen an upsurge in the wave of crime, especially armed robbery in the state in the past few months, but with the procurement of modern security gadgets, the police will have no excuse than to go all out and ensure that Lagosians are safe from attack within the state. It’s the beginning of good things to happen in Lagos under Governor Ambode,” Adaranijo said.

Another lawmaker, Elijah Olu-Adewale, representing Ifako Ijaiye Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, commended the state, stressing that the equipment would go a long way in boosting the capacity of the police to swiftly respond to security threats in the state.

On his part, Lagos lawyer and activist, Ebun Olu-Adegboruwa commended the governor for the initiative to equip the police, but urged the Federal Government to pay adequate attention to provision of job opportunities for the youths so as to keep them gainfully engaged.

Also speaking, Kanayo Osondu, chairman of the Igbo United Political Coalition in Oshodi-Isolo Local Government, said the state government’s gesture to the police would help to address the menace of street urchins and hoodlums who take advantage of traffic situations to rob unsuspecting citizens.