ASHENEWS report that the Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has declared that his primary objective as the Chief Security Officer of the state is to lead and defeat crimes and criminality.
Governor Ododo made this announcement during the commissioning of the office complex of the Quick Response Unit of the Nigeria Police, Kogi State Command, constructed by the Kogi State Government under his administration within 90 days.
The Governor emphasized that his administration is committed to decisively addressing security challenges by targeting criminal hideouts in the state to eradicate them completely.
According to Governor Ododo, “I am not here to do my best. I am here to defeat criminals. We are winning the war against insecurity and we are very intentional about our work to strengthen the state’s security architecture.”
Governor Ododo reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to combating crime and ensuring the safety and security of lives and property in Kogi State, assuring that every effort will be made to guarantee safety and security throughout the state.
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The Governor highlighted that the Metropolitan Quick Response operation is a proactive step to enhance security and build upon the solid foundation of the state’s security architecture established by the previous administration of Governor Yahaya Bello.
He commended the dedication and sacrifices of security agencies in the state and pledged to continue prioritizing technological advancements to enhance intelligence-gathering capabilities and combat emerging security threats.
Governor Ododo also acknowledged President Bola Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to addressing security challenges nationwide, expressing the full support of the government and people of Kogi State for the President’s efforts against terrorists and criminals in the country.
The Governor called on citizens of the state to remain vigilant, provide credible and timely information to security agencies, and support ongoing efforts to eradicate criminal elements from every part of the state.
He added that the Metropolitan Quick Response Squad aims to ensure a safe environment for all residents and visitors in Kogi State, with a focus on 24-hour response capability, enhanced intelligence gathering, and a community-based approach to policing.
The Quick Response Squad is a security initiative in partnership with the Rapid Response Squad of the Nigeria Police and the state’s Joint Task Force to tackle criminal activities in Kogi State.
