Ogun Police Deploy 2,500 Personnel for Ojude Oba Festival

The Ogun State Police Command has announced the deployment of 2,500 personnel across Ijebu Ode and adjoining communities for the Ojude Oba festival, scheduled for Friday. DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi disclosed that the personnel will be drawn from various tactical units, including the Police Mobile Force, SWAT, Violent Crime Response Unit, Anti-Kidnap Unit, and others.

The operation aims to ensure effective crowd control, traffic management, and visible police presence to deter criminal activities during the festival. The police will utilize armored personnel carriers, patrol vehicles, and motorcycles for surveillance.

CP Bode Ojaijuni reassured residents and visitors of the command's commitment to proactive policing, emphasizing the importance of reporting suspicious activities. The festival, an annual cultural event for the Ijebu people, typically attracts thousands of tourists and dignitaries, and the police aim to maintain a peaceful atmosphere throughout the celebrations.