Security
POLICE Command in Ogun has called on residents of communities in the state to stop early report of conflicts to prevent incessant clashes and community disorder.
The command’s Spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, who gave the advice in a statement in Abeokuta on Wednesday, stated that the call became necessary in order to ensure serenity in the communities.
“The advice followed the directive by the Commissioner of Police (CP), Mr Lanre Ogunlowo, as a result of disputes between farmers and herders in Olugbo and adjoining village in the state.
“He ordered an organsiation of stakeholders’ meeting for peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders in the communities,
“The CP strongly condemn incessant cases of crop destruction and cattle killings arising from disputes between farmers and herders in the community” Odutola said
According to her, in a swift reaction, the police command, through its Odeda Division, convened Security Consultation/Stakeholders’ Meeting on Tuesday to prevent further break down of law and order.
“Other key resolutions reached included peace and tolerance among all ethnic groups to embrace peace and tolerate one another.
“There is need for compulsory collaboration with the police to enhance commitment to swift intervention in any emerging disputes to prevent violence.
“The police command remains commitment to peace through full cooperation to maintain peace and security in the region,” she said.( NAN).
5th February, 2025.
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