New Lagos CP Reads Riot Act To Criminals

Newly appointed Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Moshood Jimoh, has read the Riot Act to criminals and cultists, emphasising his commitment to making Lagos a no-go area for the underworld.

The 41st Commissioner of Police in the state who made this known in the presence of senior police officers, area commanders, heads of departments, tactical units, and members of the press, adding that he has outlined his vision for a safer, more secure Lagos through strategic collaboration and unwavering law enforcement.

“The full weight of the law will be applied to would-be criminals in this state. They are hereby strongly warned and advised to repent, abandon crime, or leave Lagos State. Henceforth, this state will be too hot for the men of the underworld,” he warned.

He further revealed that the Lagos State Police Command recently apprehended over 50 suspected cultists involved in violent acts, mayhem, and property destruction, saying the suspects are currently being prosecuted, underscoring the command’s resolve to rid the state of cult-related activities.

Jimoh called on parents and guardians to caution their children and wards against involvement in cultism, warning that the law would take its full course on violators.

He stressed that the Lagos Police command will be strengthening security through collaboration, just as he emphasized that ensuring the security of Lagos State requires robust collaboration among various stakeholders.

He pledged to work closely with the state government, prominent personalities, traditional rulers, religious leaders, investors, public-spirited individuals, and community groups.

“Our collective commitment and collaboration will ensure a more secure and safer centre of excellence for all Lagosians,” he stated.

The commissioner outlined his strategy of fostering synergy between the Lagos State Police Command and other security agencies by prioritising effective partnership and cooperation through enhanced intelligence sharing, crime mapping, and proactive crime prevention.

“The command will be more proactive in crime fighting and prevention, relying on actionable intelligence and crime mapping tools to deal with crimes head-on,” he said.