Lagos plans to use drones to boost security surveillance
The Lagos State Government has revealed plans to deploy surveillance drones in collaboration with security agencies to improve intelligence gathering and tackle insecurity. Ayodele Ogunsan, Executive Secretary and CEO of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, shared these updates at a recent press conference. The initiative aims to strengthen aerial surveillance and enhance rapid response to security threats. The Fund has also expanded its resources and partnerships to further safeguard the state.
What happened
- Ayodele Ogunsan announced that the Fund is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Nigerian Air Force and Nigeria Police Airwing for coordinated aerial security operations.
- The deployment of drones is intended to boost intelligence gathering, rapid response, and coordinated security efforts across Lagos.
- The Fund has added 80 operational and patrol vehicles to improve security visibility and response times.
- A sole donor has committed to building a permanent office complex for the Fund, and repairs of abandoned Armoured Personnel Carriers have begun.
- Statewide training programmes for security agencies are planned to enhance professionalism and tactical competence.
