Ogun Govt Engages Fulani Leaders, Security Chiefs On Peace, Others

Ogun State government has convened a strategic meeting with Fulani leaders, security agencies and other critical stakeholders as part of efforts to strengthen peace and prevent potential security threats across the state.

The meeting, held in Abeokuta, was convened by the special adviser to the Governor on Security, AIG Olusola Subair (rtd) and brought together security service chiefs, security consultants, representatives of local government chairmen, traditional Fulani leaders (Serikis), and representatives of the Miyetti Allah group.

At the meeting, Subair emphasised the importance of proactive engagement and collaboration between communities and security institutions in sustaining the state’s peaceful environment.

He said security is most effective when there is strong cooperation between government, security agencies, and community leaders.

“Our responsibility is to remain vigilant and proactive. Security is most effective when communities and institutions work together. Ogun State will continue to strengthen collaboration with all stakeholders to ensure that peace and mutual trust remain the foundation of our coexistence,” he said.

The meeting also provided a platform for open dialogue on ways to enhance cooperation between security agencies and community leaders across the state.

Fulani leaders present at the meeting reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful coexistence and pledged their support for efforts to prevent criminal elements from infiltrating their communities.

The chairman of Miyetti Allah in the South-West, Alhaji Muhammad Kabir Labar, and the national coordinator of the group, Alhaji Abdul Mumuni Ibrahim, assured the state government of their readiness to fully cooperate with security agencies in maintaining peace.

Following extensive deliberations, the participants agreed on measures to strengthen vigilance and coordination across Ogun State. These include enhanced security vigilance, deeper grassroots engagement, improved community cooperation, and sustained stakeholder dialogue.

The state government also urged the residents to support security efforts by reporting suspicious activities through available channels, including the Ogun State Police Command’s “Gateway Shield” mobile application and dedicated emergency lines.

The residents were encouraged to use the toll-free emergency number 08000009111 and the Operations Control Room line 09164859299 for security-related information. They can also reach the NSCDC Agro Rangers through 08038404412 and 08078377670, while cases of telecommunication mast tampering can be reported via 08036817148.