By Adekunle Oluwafunmilayo
To commemorate the 2026 Sallah Festival and Children’s Day celebration, Dapo Abiodun, CON has unveiled a comprehensive multi-agency security initiative aimed at strengthening safety across schools in the state, as part of ongoing efforts to protect lives and secure the future of school children and sustainable grassroots development across Ogun State.
The government disclosed that the initiative would involve the collaborative efforts of the So-Safe Corps, Amotekun Corps, hunters, vigilante groups, traditional rulers, religious leaders, and other security agencies operating within the state.
The Ogun State Governor stated that his administration has concluded arrangements to strengthen security across schools through a coordinated multi-agency security initiative involving the So-Safe Corps, Amotekun Corps, hunters, vigilante groups, traditional rulers, religious leaders, and other security agencies operating within the state.
According to the governor, the proactive measure became necessary following recent security developments in neighbouring states, noting that implementation of the security framework would commence immediately across Ogun State.
Prince Abiodun explained that the initiative is aimed at safeguarding pupils, students, teachers, and educational facilities while reinforcing peace and public safety across communities.
The governor also disclosed that a Direct Impact Committee has been inaugurated to identify and address pressing needs at the grassroots level through the provision of transformers, boreholes, solar streetlights, and other essential community-based projects.
As part of efforts to cushion prevailing economic challenges and deepen community development, the administration further announced plans to provide monthly financial support to beneficiaries across all polling units in the state.
Governor Abiodun equally appreciated religious leaders across the state for their continuous prayers, support, and commitment to peaceful coexistence, stressing that their contributions have remained instrumental to the peace, stability, and socio-economic development currently enjoyed in Ogun State.
He reiterated the resolve of his administration to continue working with all stakeholders towards building a safer, stronger, and more prosperous Ogun State for all residents.
