Lagos Police Command Enhances Public Access with Direct Officer Contact Numbers
In a significant move to strengthen community policing and improve public safety, the Lagos State Police Command has officially released the direct phone numbers of senior police officers across multiple divisions and area commands throughout the state. This initiative aims to provide residents with easier access to top officers for reporting crimes, emergencies, and sharing credible security information.
Transparency and Accountability in Law Enforcement
The publication of contact details for Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and Area Commanders represents a strategic effort to enhance transparency, accountability, and rapid response to criminal activities in Nigeria's most populous state. By making these numbers publicly available, the police command seeks to bridge the communication gap that has often hindered effective crime reporting in Lagos.
Security analysts have welcomed this development, noting that improved access to senior officers could foster greater trust between law enforcement agencies and community members, particularly in areas experiencing challenges with robbery, cult-related violence, and other criminal incidents.
Comprehensive Contact List Across Key Area Commands
The released contact information spans several area commands, ensuring widespread coverage across Lagos State:
Area 'H' Command (Ogudu): Residents can contact ACP Sholla Omilade at 08033345500. Other senior officers include CSP Adebayo Hakeem Olalekan (Shomolu - 08065725662), CSP Ayenigbara Lawrence Kayode (Decou - 08033896153), CSP Obeth Hamma Hassan (Ketu - 08135955035), and CSP Sajo Busayo (Isheri - 08064744553). Additional coverage extends to Anthony, Alapere, Alade, Oworonshoki, Bariga, Onipanu, and Ifako divisions.
Area 'J' Command (Elemoro): ACP Ojo Oluyemisi Olutorunbo is available at 07035209856. Other contacts include CSP Ganiyu Raji (Maroko - 08081776077), CSP Ayeni Benjamin (Epe - 08039152115), CSP Obamiyi Peter (Akodo - 08079697614), and CSP Suleiman Olalekan Kabiru (Elemoro - 08081775821). This command also covers Ajah, Lekki Free Trade Zone, Odo-Noforija, Ilasan, and Ogombo divisions.
Area 'K' Command (Morogbo): Key contacts include ACP A.A. Smith (07088158606), CSP Folajimi Idowu (Badagry - 07032305733), CSP Talabi Segun (Ishashi - 08033104630), and CSP Olusegun Edun (Seme - 08069252970), with additional coverage across Ilemba-Hausa and Ijanikin divisions.
Area 'L' Command (Ilashe): Residents can reach ACP Adegbite Rasal Omotayo at 08035064949, CSP Aisedion Innocent (Ibeshe - 08023280023), and CSP Uzoma Martins (Ilashe - 08035588859).
Responsible Use and Community Cooperation
The Lagos State Police Command has emphasized the importance of responsible use of these contact numbers, urging residents to provide accurate and timely information that can assist law enforcement agencies in crime prevention and neighborhood safety. This initiative addresses a longstanding challenge in Lagos, where limited access to senior officers has often delayed critical security responses.
Residents are advised to save the relevant numbers for their specific divisions and report suspicious activities promptly to help maintain law and order across Lagos State. The newly established communication channels are expected to facilitate more efficient intelligence sharing and urgent reporting, potentially transforming how communities interact with police leadership in security matters.
