Obasa Urges Citizens to Enhance Community Security

On Wednesday, during the 17th Annual Hijrah Lecture, Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, urged citizens to take greater responsibility for their community's security. He stated that security should not solely rely on government agencies and emphasized the importance of individual and collective contributions to create safer environments.

The event, which took place at the assembly premises, featured various religious leaders and security experts who discussed the role of citizens in promoting peace and national development. Obasa acknowledged the presence of security structures at local government levels and stressed that active citizen participation is crucial for maintaining peace and order.

Owolabi Ajani, the chairman of the event, and guest lecturer Bukhari Ayinla also highlighted the need for Nigerians to uphold moral values and engage positively in nation-building. Imam Lukman Lawal, Deputy Director of Islamic Affairs at the Defence Headquarters, emphasized the sanctity of human life in Islam and the need for citizens to exercise their freedoms responsibly.

Sheikh Da Wah and Sheikh Albaarizi called for proactive measures and vigilance within communities to address security challenges.