The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, Bode Ojajuni, has called for stronger collaboration between security agencies and professional bodies to tackle land-related fraud and enhance public safety across the state.
CP Ojajuni made the call while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors during a courtesy visit to the Command Headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta.
The delegation was led by the Chairman of the Institution, Abiodun Olufemi Liadi, who said the visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration between the professional body and the Ogun State Police Command.
During the meeting, Liadi informed the Commissioner that the Institution had developed a comprehensive directory of all registered surveyors operating in Ogun State as part of efforts to prevent impersonation and curb fraudulent activities within the profession.
He explained that registered surveyors operate under strict ethical guidelines and urged the Police Command to utilise the directory in identifying licensed practitioners and distinguishing them from impostors.
The delegation also presented copies of the Institution’s Code of Conduct and the directory of registered members to the Commissioner for official reference and institutional cooperation.
Also speaking, Chairman of the Association of Private Practicing Surveyors of Nigeria, Kayode Adekoya, assured the police of the profession’s internal disciplinary mechanisms.
According to him, any surveyor found engaging in unethical conduct or professional misconduct faces disciplinary action, including possible revocation of licence.
In his remarks, CP Ojajuni highlighted the importance of accurate surveying and mapping to infrastructural development, land administration and public security.
He reaffirmed the Command’s willingness to collaborate with the Institution, especially in intelligence sharing and public enlightenment efforts.
The police commissioner also assured the delegation that the Command would sustain existing engagements and professional relationships established with the Institution by previous administrations.
CP Ojajuni further urged the surveyors to intensify public sensitisation against land grabbing and fraudulent land transactions, describing land disputes as a major threat to peace and security in many communities.
He called on professionals in the sector to play more proactive roles in educating residents on preventive measures against land-related fraud.
The visit ended with an interactive session, renewed commitments towards deeper collaboration and group photographs.
