The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Tijani Olaiwola Fatai, has reinforced the importance of inter-agency collaboration following a series of strategic visits to key military formations across the state.
The visits, conducted on April 22, 2026, saw the Lagos CP engage with leadership of the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Air Force, and Nigerian Navy, as part of efforts to deepen operational synergy and enhance coordinated responses to security challenges.
At the 9 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Ikeja, where he was received by Brigadier General Ayokunle Owolabi, discussions focused on strengthening existing partnerships in internal security operations and sustaining joint efforts to protect residents.
Similarly, at the 651 Base Service Group Headquarters of the Nigerian Air Force in Ikeja, the CP held talks with Air Commodore M. A. Imam on issues including intelligence sharing, professionalism, and operational cooperation.
At the Nigerian Navy Ship Beecroft in Apapa, the engagement with Commodore Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu centred on enhancing collaboration in securing Lagos waterways and improving multi-agency coordination during joint operations.
Speaking during the visits, Fatai emphasised that effective policing in a complex and strategic environment like Lagos requires seamless cooperation among all security agencies. He noted that unified operations, mutual respect, and shared objectives remain critical to safeguarding lives, property, and critical national assets.
The CP also commended the Armed Forces for their continued support to the Lagos State Police Command, stressing that such collaboration is essential in combating crime, maintaining law and order, and addressing emerging threats.
He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with relevant stakeholders to ensure sustained peace, public safety, and a secure environment for socio-economic activities across Lagos State.
