Ogun Police roll out safety measures for Easter holidays

Ogun State police beef up security across the area for Easter weekend celebrations. The national government announced Friday through Monday as official holidays. State police spokesperson Omolola Odutola told reporters officers will perform stop searches where criminals might strike. Extra patrols focus on major transit points like Sagamu Interchange, Long Bridge, highways to Benin, Sango Ota, and border areas near Idiroko and Alapako.

Police teams watch banks, churches, government buildings, colleges, and places where important people stay. The department works with other security groups to keep everyone safe during this busy travel time. Officers in uniform check suspicious people or vehicles throughout the weekend. Police Commissioner Lanre Ogunlowo asks everybody to stay careful during celebrations, report anything that seems dangerous, and lock up homes properly before traveling.

Many families travel to visit relatives or attend church services during Easter weekend. Roads become crowded as people head to various destinations. The extra police presence helps prevent crimes that might happen when houses sit empty. Officers respond quickly to emergency calls throughout the four days. Most residents appreciate seeing more police around town during holiday times.