Just In:Lagos State Police Command Welcomes New Commissioner in Formal Handover Ceremony
Written By Dedeigbo Samson Ayodeji, and Oyewole Oluwatofunmi
Posted By Town Crier News Nigeria
Published By Fitness Network Communications
A significant leadership transition occurred today at the Lagos State Police Command as CP Olarenwaju Olawale Ishola officially assumed the role of Commissioner of Police, succeeding AIG Adegoke Mustapha Fayoade, in a ceremony held at the Command’s headquarters.
The event saw the presence of high- ranking officials and dignitaries, including;
AIG Adegoke Mustapha Fayoade, outgoing Commissioner of Police;
CP Olarenwaju Olawale Ishola, newly appointed Commissioner of Police;
DCP Fatai Tijani, Deputy Commissioner of Police Operations;
DCP Salihu Musa, Deputy Functional Police Administration;
DCP Lateef Ahmed, Deputy Functional Police, State Criminal Investigation Department and
Special guest, Dr. Ayo Omusan, Lagos State Security Trust Fund
The ceremony was also attended by commanders, area commanders, and department heads from the Lagos State Police Command.
In his farewell address, AIG Adegoke Mustapha Fayoade reflected on his nine months and four days in charge, during which he implemented key security measures to address the challenges faced by the Command. He emphasized the growing population of Lagos State, which is projected to be among the top three most populous cities in the world by 2028, and the need for more area commands and police divisions to match the rapid urban expansion in areas like Ikorodu, Badagry, and Epe.
“Over 30 million people reside in Lagos today, and the economic hub of Nigeria presents its own challenges,” Fayoade stated. “However, with the dedication of the police force and the capable leadership of the new Commissioner, I am confident these challenges will be effectively managed.”
Before formally handing over to CP Ishola, Fayoade offered his advice: “My advice to the incoming CP is to sustain the high level of safety and security in Lagos and to improve on it further.”
After the ceremony, AIG Fayoade will be proceeding to take over his new office as the Assistant Inspector General of Police.
CP Olarenwaju Olawale Ishola, the 40th Commissioner of Police for Lagos State, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve in such a vital capacity.
“Lagos is the center of excellence, and while the challenges are high, they can be overcome with dedication and strategic planning,” CP Ishola remarked. He also thanked Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for placing confidence in him and promised the people of Lagos that they can expect nothing but excellence from the police force under his leadership.
In his concluding remarks, CP Ishola reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing the safety and security of Lagos, noting the support of the hardworking officers of the Command.
The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks and recognition of the distinguished guests in attendance.
