In furtherance of its commitment to community partnership, intelligence-led policing, and enhanced public safety across Oyo State, the Oyo State Police Command on Saturday engaged key stakeholders in Ibadanland, comprising the Mogajis, traditional leadership representatives, and members of the Ibadan Peace and Security Initiative.
Led by the Commissioner of Police, Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga, the Police engaged the delegation led by Mogaji Asimiyu Ariori, President of all Mogajis in Ibadanland; assisted by Mogaji Dr Nurudeen Akinade, Coordinator of the Ibadan Peace and Security Initiative; and Baale F. D. Ige, Head of all Baales in Ibadanland.
During the engagement, the stakeholders expressed profound appreciation to the Oyo State Police Command for its consistent support, swift response to distress calls, and sustained collaboration with community structures in maintaining peace and security across Ibadanland and beyond.
They further explained that the Ibadan Peace and Security Initiative was established to complement the intelligence network of the Nigeria Police Force by providing credible, timely, and actionable information to support effective policing operations. They noted that the success of modern policing depends significantly on strong community partnership and accurate local intelligence.
The stakeholders also recalled the remarks of His Imperial Majesty, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, HRM Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, delivered during the graduation ceremony of newly inducted members of the initiative.
The Olubadan had emphasised the importance of sustained collaboration with securityemphasised noting that a deep understanding of local terrain remains critical to effective policing operations, and that no group is better positioned to provide such insight than residents within the communities.
They assured the Commissioner of Police that members of the initiative have undergone relevant training and are fully prepared to work closely with the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies in the collection and dissemination of credible intelligence to enhance public safety.
The Commissioner of Police, in his response, appreciated the initiative and commended His Imperial Majesty, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, for his foresight and continuous support for security collaboration in the State. He also expressed gratitude to the Mogajis and members of the Ibadan Peace and Security Initiative for their commitment to strengthening community policing and supporting the efforts of the Command.
He further applauded the leadership of the Mogajis for their sustained role in fostering peace, unity, and cooperation between traditional institutions and security agencies. The Commissioner reiterated that effective policing thrives on trust, partnership, and timely intelligence sharing, and assured that the Command remains committed to deepening such collaborations for improved security outcomes.
