As schools resume for the new term in Ondo State, the police have assured parents, guardians, pupils, students, teachers, and proprietors of adequate security as schools resume for the new academic session.
The state police command, led by Commissioner of Police, CP Felix Ohagwu, gave this assurance in a statement by its spokesman Abayomi Jimoh, DSP.
According to the statement, “To this end, personnel of the School Protection Squad of the Command have been adequately deployed across the State to provide security coverage around schools and ensure a safe and conducive environment for teaching and learning.
“The Command has also intensified patrols, visibility policing and intelligence-led operations around schools and other critical locations across the State to prevent criminal activities and promptly respond to security threats.
“Parents and guardians are encouraged to remain security-conscious and educate their children and wards on basic safety measures. School owners and administrators are equally advised to promptly report any suspicious persons, activities or security concerns around their schools to the Police.
“Students are urged to avoid isolated routes, refrain from following strangers and promptly report suspicious activities to their teachers, school authorities, parents or the Police.
“The Command assures members of the public that police personnel will remain vigilant and responsive throughout the academic session. The cooperation and support of all stakeholders are solicited through the provision of timely and credible information that could assist the Police in preventing and tackling crime.
“For emergencies or urgent security concerns, members of the public are advised to contact the Ondo State Police Command Control Room on: 0703 431 3903
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Felix Ohagwu wishes all students a safe, peaceful and successful academic session and reiterates the Command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property across Ondo State.
“For any inquiries, please contact:
08059998351
X: @OndoPoliceNg
Instagram: Ondopolicecommand
Facebook: Ondo State Police Command
Email: pproondo@npf.gov.ng.”
