The Lagos State Security Trust Fund, LSSTF has launched a dedicated Intelligence Unit as part of efforts to strengthen intelligence-led policing and improve collaboration between residents and security agencies in the State.
The initiative, announced by the Executive Secretary/CEO, , introduces two messaging-only security tip lines, 0911 019 5555 and 0916 201 1179, through which Lagosians can submit information, videos, pictures, and other forms of evidence to aid security operations.
Speaking at a press conference held at the LSSTF headquarters in Alausa, Ogunsan described the development as a major step toward safeguarding lives and property in the state.
“Today marks a significant step forward in our collective commitment to safeguarding lives and property across Lagos State,” he said. “The Lagos State Security Trust Fund is establishing an Intelligence Unit dedicated to receiving security-related information from members of the public and ensuring its timely transmission to relevant security agencies.”
According to him, the platform is designed to harness grassroots intelligence by enabling residents to share real-time, actionable information in multimedia formats, thereby enhancing situational awareness and supporting faster decision-making by authorities.
He emphasised that the initiative underscores the importance of citizen participation in security, noting that law enforcement efforts are more effective when supported by credible information from the public.
“Security is a shared responsibility,” Ogunsan said. “While our security agencies continue to work tirelessly to maintain peace and order, the role of citizens in providing credible information cannot be overstated.”
The LSSTF boss clarified that the tip lines are strictly for intelligence gathering and not emergency response, urging residents to continue using designated emergency channels for urgent interventions.
“It is a no-call number, strictly for video messages and pictures to serve as evidence,” he explained. “When we receive the information, we filter and forward it to the appropriate agencies for necessary action.”
Ogunsan also warned against misuse of the platform, stressing that false or misleading information would not be tolerated and could attract serious consequences.
“The effectiveness of this initiative depends largely on the quality and integrity of the information received. Any malicious use of this platform undermines security efforts,” he said.
He assured residents that all credible information would be handled with strict confidentiality, with measures in place to protect the identity of informants.
The LSSTF said the Intelligence Unit is not intended to replace existing security agencies but to complement their operations by serving as an interventionist support system.
“This initiative represents a partnership between government, security agencies, and the people,” Ogunsan added. “Together, we can build a safer and more secure Lagos.”
With the launch, the LSSTF expands its role beyond providing operational support to security agencies, positioning itself as a key driver of intelligence-driven security coordination in the state.
