Wednesday, 12 February 2014

LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOSS PRESENTS SECURITY VAN TO NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH


In a bid to strengthen the security of lives and property,to compliment the efforts of the police and other security agencies in Amuwo Odofin LGA, the Executive Chairman, Comrade Ayodele Adewale presented a Toyota Hilux Security Van that was donated by the Lagos State Government to the Local Government Area's branch of Lagos State Neighborhood Watch.


The Local Government boss while handing over the van to the Senior Coordinator of the outfit, Chief Abioro Oboh stated that,the protection of lives and properties is a serious business. The donation of the van also demonstrated the Lagos State Government and Local Government's readiness and commitment to strengthen security in the community.

Comrade Ayodele Adewale also said the development validates the imperativeness of community policing because the Neighbourhood Watchers are closer to the people. While encouraging them on the need to maintain and maximize the opportunity of the van, he stated that "the way you are dressed, that is the way you will be addressed,” advising them to be professional in their duty and conduct.

While receiving the security van, Chief Abioro Oboh thanked the administration of Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola and the Local Government boss for their kind gesture and supports. He noted that the patrol van would assist them alot in their efforts to reducing crime in the community. He pledged that the van would be used for the purpose it is meant for.



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