Ondo CP Felicitates Christians, Assures Residents of Tight Security for Festive Season
Date: 25th December, 2025
The Ondo State Commissioner of Police, CP Adebowale Lawal, has extended goodwill messages to Christians and residents of the state as they celebrate Christmas and prepare for the New Year, assuring them of adequate security before, during and after the festivities.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Jimoh Kazeem, the Police Commissioner urged Christians to reflect the virtues of Jesus Christ by promoting peace, love and mutual coexistence, while calling on all residents to celebrate responsibly and avoid acts capable of breaching public order.
CP Lawal disclosed that the Command had activated comprehensive security arrangements across the state, with the deployment of additional personnel for overt and covert operations in identified black spots, highways, motor parks and other strategic locations to forestall criminal activities.
He commended the synergy between the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies, including the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), noting that the collaboration has significantly improved crime prevention, traffic control and public safety in Ondo State.
The Commissioner also expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, for his leadership and policing reforms, as well as the Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, for his continued support to the Command in maintaining peace and security.
CP Lawal reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to the protection of lives and property and directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and Tactical Team Commanders to remain vigilant and ensure robust security coverage throughout the festive period and beyond.
He wished residents a Merry Christmas and a peaceful, prosperous New Year.
