By Abimbola Bamgbose
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has convened an emergency security meeting with all security agencies in the state as part of efforts to reinforce public safety.
Briefing journalists after the meeting, the governor expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his commitment to national security, particularly the recent rescue of abducted victims in Kebbi and Kwara States.
Governor Abiodun announced that Ogun State would begin the registration of non-indigenes to improve documentation and aid early detection of criminal elements.
He also warned community leaders, Baales and royal fathers against allocating land without government approval, saying landlords who sell land to criminals would be prosecuted and such properties confiscated.
Governor Abiodun cited areas identified as security concerns, including “Zanga” in Ijebu-Ode and some parts of Ota.
He, however, clarified that Fulani residents in the Ajebo axis had lived peacefully in the area for years, urging the public to remain vigilant and support security efforts.
The governor assured that his administration would continue to strengthen all security formations, including vigilante groups, to ensure prompt response to threats.
He said Ogun remains a preferred destination for investors, and the government is committed to maintaining a safe environment.
Governor Abiodun added that miscreants hiding among law-abiding non-indigenes would be identified and removed, stressing that while the state is accommodating, it will not tolerate criminal activity.
He also acknowledged concerns about scrap pickers, some of whom reportedly exploit the trade to commit crimes and added that the state would review their activities and meet with leaders of non-indigenes and non-Yoruba-speaking communities to address the issue.
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