The Executive Chairman of Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Akogun Wale Raji-Anomo, has unveiled a series of security measures aimed at strengthening the safety of lives and property across communities within the council.
Epe Insights reports that the security initiatives were announced during a stakeholders’ security meeting held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, with traditional rulers, community leaders, security agencies, youth groups, market representatives, and other stakeholders in attendance.
Speaking at the meeting, Anomo said the proactive steps became necessary due to growing security concerns across the country. He noted that although Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA has not recorded major security incidents, his administration is determined to prevent any potential threat.
To improve communication among security operatives, the council distributed walkie-talkies to local security personnel and traditional rulers across the LCDA. Each royal father received communication devices to facilitate direct and timely engagement with security agencies.
The chairman also distributed ten patrol motorcycles to security formations operating within the council area. The motorcycles are expected to enhance surveillance activities and improve rapid response to emergencies.
According to Anomo, Ketu and Agbowa Police Divisions received one motorcycle each, while the remaining units were allocated to community-based security outfits to strengthen patrol operations across various communities.
He disclosed that the council would consider providing operational vehicles in the future if the motorcycles are effectively utilized for security purposes.
As part of efforts to improve emergency response, the chairman unveiled a toll-free security line for residents. The hotline is expected to provide direct access to security operatives in cases of suspicious movements, emergencies, or security threats.
Anomo urged residents to actively support security agencies by providing useful and timely information. He emphasized that community participation remains critical to effective security management.
The chairman also announced the enforcement of an existing bylaw restricting commercial motorcycle operations beyond 10:00 p.m. within the LCDA. He warned that violators would face prosecution in accordance with local regulations.
Addressing concerns over electricity supply, Anomo explained that poor power supply has affected security operations across Epe Division. He blamed recurring vandalism of electrical infrastructure for frustrating efforts to restore stable electricity.
He revealed that Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA, Eredo LCDA, and Epe Local Government have jointly partnered with the Lagos State Ministry of Energy to address the challenge.
According to him, the three councils have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a private firm tasked with improving electricity supply and securing electrical facilities across the division.
The chairman assured residents that ongoing work on power infrastructure would soon result in the restoration of electricity across communities within Epe Division.
Another major outcome of the meeting was the restructuring of the Gbalule Security Outfit. The initiative is designed to deepen grassroots participation in community security efforts.
Under the new arrangement, every traditional ruler within the LCDA, including the Regent of Ketu, will establish a six-man community security squad to support surveillance and intelligence gathering.
Leaders of the community security squads will be integrated into the Gbalule Security Outfit, creating a more coordinated security structure across the council area.
Anomo further disclosed that his administration would pay monthly stipends to members of the newly created community security teams as well as personnel serving in the Gbalule Security Outfit.
Traditional rulers present at the meeting commended the chairman for his proactive approach to security and community development. They described the latest interventions as timely and necessary.
The Elejinrin of Ejinrin Kingdom, HRM Oba Babatunde Rafiu Balogun, and the Alayandelu of Odo Ayandelu Kingdom, HRM Oba Aderibigbe Asunmo, praised the administration’s commitment to safeguarding residents.
The monarchs urged residents to cooperate with security agencies, community leaders, and the local government to ensure the success of the new measures.
They stressed that security is a collective responsibility and can no longer be left solely in the hands of government and security operatives.
Stakeholders at the meeting expressed confidence that the new initiatives would strengthen community policing, improve intelligence gathering, and enhance safety across Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA.
With the deployment of patrol equipment, establishment of communication channels, and increased grassroots participation, the council is positioning itself to maintain peace and protect residents from emerging security threats.
