Ekiti government reassures public on school and community security
The Ekiti State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to keeping schools and communities safe amid rising security concerns in other regions. Brig Gen Ebenezer Ogundana (retd), Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, emphasized the state's ongoing efforts to maintain peace. Security chiefs and education officials urged residents and school administrators to remain vigilant and follow established safety guidelines. Authorities also warned against spreading unverified information that could cause panic.
What we know
- Brig Gen Ebenezer Ogundana (retd) stated that Ekiti remains one of the safest states and called for public cooperation to sustain peace.
- The Commissioner for Police, Michael Falade, and DSS Director, Mrs Nka Obi-Bisong, highlighted proactive security measures and encouraged collaboration among schools, communities, and security agencies.
- The DSS advised schools to enhance physical security, including fencing, lighting, and surveillance.
- The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu, condemned recent false alarms about attacks on schools, noting such actions are criminal under the Cybercrimes Act 2024 and the Criminal Code.
- Education officials, including Dr Olabimpe Aderiye, Prof Femi Akinwumi, and Mrs Rhoda Ojo, urged strict adherence to security guidelines and vigilance in identifying vulnerable areas.
