
So-Safe Corps Boosts Security in Ogun, Trains Over 600 Personnel
The Ogun State Community, Social Orientation and Safety Corps (So-Safe Corps), has trained over 600 personnel to enhance the state’s security system.
The State Commander of So-Safe, Dr. Soji Ganzallo revealed this on Tuesday during the final day of the training, in Ilaro, Ogun State.
The training, which lasted for three weeks, aimed to equip personnel with the necessary knowledge and skills to combat modern security challenges.
Ganzallo noted that the training was to equip and arm personnel with the needed knowledge and information required to combat insecurity to meet the new standards of the security system.
He assured that the corps will continue to always train its personnel to prepare them adequately for the challenges of providing security to the entire state.
Ganzallo said: “I want to sincerely appreciate your obedience during the training for exhibiting discipline in the way of doing your things, I must appreciate you for your sacrifice towards ensuring Ogun State is safe for all and sundry”.
“I hope you have imbibed yourself with the series of lectures by the officer of Ogun State Police and other agencies, and I believe you have learned from corps instructors as well.”
“Our expectations after this training were to ensure that security personnel, particularly So-Safe corps, are well equipped and to prepare them ahead of the forthcoming election.”
“We have been proactive and made our officers combat-ready, and they can be able to face any challenges ahead of us.”
The corps boss also praised the State Government for providing an enabling environment, noting that the collaboration with other security agencies has gone a long way with achievements recorded in the state as one of the peaceful states in Nigeria.
Also speaking, the Hon. Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ganiyu Hamzat, represented by Mrs. Bose Olaniyan (Deputy Director in the ministry), implored all the officers to continue the good work, assiduously urging them to apply all the training acquired to their day-to-day activities as the security actors in the state.
“I want to appreciate the organizers of this security training program, your tireless efforts in coordination and executing this initiative have not gone unnoticed”.
“Your dedication to enhancing the skills and knowledge of our security personnel is truly commendable and we appreciate your commitment to excellence and your passion for fostering a culture of safety and resilience”.
“I want to charge you to imbibe the culture of integrity, professionalism, and dedication which should be your greatest assets, stay true to your values and always prioritize safety and security “, she added.
The training which was held for three weeks also featured lectures on the theme: “Effective Community Policing as Solution to Cybercrime and other Related Crimes” organized in conjunction with the Nigeria Police Force, Ogun State Command.
The training featured physical training exercises (martial arts) during the parade. Also included are Peacekeeping and Intervention, Crime and Society, Unconventional and Guerrilla Warfare Security Operations, Criminal Investigation and Intelligence, Illicit Drug Crime, and Crime Prevention.
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