Ogun Government Holds Security Talks with Fulani Leaders, Agencies in Abeokuta

The Ogun State Government has convened a strategic security meeting with Fulani leaders, security agencies and other stakeholders as part of efforts to sustain peace and prevent potential security threats across the state.

The meeting took place in Abeokuta and was organised by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, Olusola Subair.

Participants included security service chiefs, security consultants, representatives of local government chairmen, traditional Fulani leaders known as Serikis, and members of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria.

Speaking during the meeting, Subair stressed the importance of collaboration between communities and security agencies in maintaining a peaceful environment.

He noted that effective security depends on strong partnerships among government institutions, security operatives and community leaders.

According to him, the state government will continue to strengthen cooperation with relevant stakeholders to ensure lasting peace and mutual trust across communities.

The meeting also created an avenue for discussions on improving coordination between security agencies and community leaders across the state.

Fulani leaders at the meeting reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful coexistence and pledged to support efforts aimed at preventing criminal elements from operating within their communities.

Among those who spoke were the South-West Chairman of Miyetti Allah, Muhammad Kabir Labar, and the group’s National Coordinator, Abdul Mumuni Ibrahim, who assured the government of their readiness to cooperate with security agencies to maintain peace.

After deliberations, stakeholders agreed on several measures to strengthen security coordination in the state, including increased vigilance, deeper grassroots engagement, stronger community cooperation and continued dialogue among stakeholders.

The state government also encouraged residents to support security efforts by reporting suspicious activities through available channels, including the Gateway Shield application operated by the Ogun State Police Command.

Residents were advised to make use of the toll-free emergency line 08000009111 and the operations control room number 09164859299 for security-related reports.

Authorities also provided contact numbers for the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Agro Rangers unit and other emergency services for incidents such as attacks on telecommunication infrastructure.

The meeting ended with stakeholders reaffirming their commitment to sustained collaboration aimed at strengthening peace and security across Ogun State.