Oyo State government has organized a one-day sensitization workshop on security consciousness for store officers, watchmen, revenue officers and drivers in the state public and civil service to curb and insecurity within the secretariat. 

Speaking at the workshop, the Commissioner for Establishment and Training, Alhaji Siju Lawal, explained that part of the objectives of the workshop was to inculcate required skills, intellect and attitude that would not only promote efficiency in the service but create consciousness and alertness to douse security tension.

Mr Lawal also enjoined participants to have a change of attitude and adhere strictly with general order/rule and regulations guiding the service.

The commissioner said participants would be sensitized on available disciplinary measures that would be taken against any erring officer that indulge in malpractices or aid and abet any form of crime.

Some of the participants expressed hope that the workshop would assist in equipping them with necessary skills to forestall insecurity within the state secretariat.

About fifty eight public and civil servants were shortlisted to participate in the workshop.

Iyabo Adebisi