The Ogun State Government has convened a strategic security meeting with Fulani leaders, security agencies, and other critical stakeholders as part of efforts to strengthen peace and prevent potential security threats across the state.
The meeting, held in Abeokuta, was convened by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, Olusola Subair. It brought together security service chiefs, security consultants, representatives of local government chairmen, traditional Fulani leaders known as Serikis, and representatives of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria.
Speaking during the meeting, Subair stressed the need for proactive engagement and stronger collaboration between communities and security institutions in sustaining the peaceful atmosphere the state currently enjoys.
He said, “Our responsibility is to remain vigilant and proactive. Security is most effective when communities and institutions work together. Ogun State will continue to strengthen collaboration with all stakeholders to ensure that peace and mutual trust remain the foundation of our coexistence.”
The meeting also created room for open dialogue on ways to deepen cooperation between security agencies and community leaders across the state.
Fulani leaders present at the gathering reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful coexistence and pledged their support for efforts aimed at preventing criminal elements from infiltrating their communities.
The Chairman of Miyetti Allah in the South-West, Muhammad Kabir Labar, and the National Coordinator of the group, Abdul Mumuni Ibrahim, assured the state government of their readiness to cooperate fully with security agencies in maintaining peace.
After extensive deliberations, participants agreed on measures aimed at strengthening vigilance and coordination across the state. These include enhanced security vigilance, deeper grassroots engagement, improved community cooperation, and sustained dialogue among stakeholders.
The state government also called on residents to support ongoing security efforts by reporting suspicious activities through available channels, including the Gateway Shield mobile application operated by the Ogun State Police Command and dedicated emergency lines.
Residents were encouraged to make use of the toll free emergency number 08000009111 and the Operations Control Room line 09164859299 for security related information.
They can also reach the Agro Rangers unit of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps through 08038404412 and 08078377670, while cases of telecommunication mast tampering can be reported via 08036817148.
