Lagos security agency declares readiness for state police
The General Manager of the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency (LNSA), Prince Dr Ifalade Oyekan, has said that Lagos State is prepared for the introduction of state policing in Nigeria.
Oyekan made this known in a statement on Thursday, 5 March 2026, adding that the state’s existing security architecture is already structured to support the proposed system.
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The General Manager of the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency (LNSA), Prince Dr Ifalade Oyekan, has said that Lagos State is prepared for the introduction of state policing in Nigeria.
Oyekan made this known in a statement on Thursday, 5 March 2026, adding that the state’s existing security architecture is already structured to support the proposed system.
According to him, the LNSA, widely regarded as a pioneer in community-based security operations in the country, has the capacity to transition smoothly into a full-fledged state security outfit once the state police initiative receives official approval.
He noted that the agency has undergone major restructuring in recent years to tackle emerging security challenges, adopting a proactive strategy that relies on intelligence gathering and modern technology to enhance safety across the state.
“We are not structured merely to respond to incidents. Our corps officers are trained to anticipate, prevent and mitigate security threats before they occur,” he said.
Oyekan added that the Agency’s operational framework prioritises grassroots engagement, intelligence-driven policing and rapid response, which he noted are key components of any effective state policing system.
The LNSA chief, who was recently reappointed for a second five-year term by Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State, reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to strengthening community-based security initiatives.
He emphasised that under the governor’s leadership, the Agency and its operational arm would continue to evolve into a modern, efficient and responsive safety institution capable of supporting the vision of a safer Lagos.
Meanwhile, the Nigeria Police Force recently established an eight-member committee to work on the framework for implementing state policing and advancing ongoing policing reforms.
The committee was constituted by the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, as part of efforts to strengthen security structures across the country.
