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Restoring Sanity To Lagos: A Well-Deserved Commendation For CP Olohundare Jimoh -By Adewole Kehinde
As Lagosians enjoy the peace that has been restored, it is only fitting to applaud the man driving this progress. CP Olohundare Jimoh has shown that policing can be both firm and fair, strategic and humane. Lagos is better for it.
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” —John Quincy Adams
In recent months, Lagos State has witnessed a remarkable transformation in its security landscape, one that deserves to be acknowledged, encouraged, and celebrated.
At the heart of this positive shift is the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, whose leadership style, operational boldness, and unwavering dedication have restored a sense of safety and sanity across the state.
Since assuming office, CP Jimoh has demonstrated that effective policing goes beyond administrative oversight; it requires presence, strategy, and exemplary leadership.
He is not the type of Commissioner who remains behind office walls issuing directives from afar. Instead, he leads from the front—joining his tactical teams, visiting conflict-prone zones, and personally assessing high-risk areas.
This hands-on approach has translated into real, measurable impact.
One of the most remarkable improvements has been the sharp reduction in car thefts across Lagos.
For the first time in many years, residents are witnessing vehicle-related crimes drop to their barest minimum.
Similarly, the notorious activities of “omo onile”, who for years tormented landowners, seized property, and extorted developers, have drastically reduced under his watch.
These are not isolated achievements; they reflect a broader decline in crime rates across the state.
For many Lagosians, the renewed trust in the police force is perhaps the greatest achievement of all. Cases that were once dismissed as “for the highest bidder” now receive proper attention, investigations are pursued to logical conclusions, and residents increasingly believe that justice can be served without influence or intimidation.
This renewed confidence is a testament to CP Jimoh’s fairness, transparency, and commitment to professional policing.
As we approach the festive period—a time traditionally associated with heightened criminal activities- Lagosians can look forward with optimism.
The comprehensive security architecture put in place by CP Olohundare Jimoh promises a season of peace, safety, and order. From traffic management to crowd control, from surveillance to rapid response, the command has demonstrated readiness to ensure that residents celebrate without fear.
This success story, however, does not belong to CP Jimoh alone. It is important to specially commend the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, whose confidence and support in deploying a seasoned operational officer to Lagos have paid off significantly.
The Lagos State Government also deserves recognition for providing the enabling environment, logistics backing, and inter-agency cooperation that allow the police to function effectively.
Security is a shared responsibility, but leadership makes all the difference. CP Olohundare Jimoh has proven that with the right blend of discipline, vision, and operational courage, Lagos can be safe—and remain safe. His tenure so far is a model of what policing should look like in a modern, dynamic city.
As Lagosians enjoy the peace that has been restored, it is only fitting to applaud the man driving this progress. CP Olohundare Jimoh has shown that policing can be both firm and fair, strategic and humane. Lagos is better for it.
Adewole Kehinde is the publisher of Swift Reporters and can be reached via 08166240846 Email: kennyadewole@gmail.com X: @kennyadewole
