The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 2 Command, Onikan, Lagos, AIG Adegoke Fayoade, has assured residents of Lagos and Ogun States of adequate security ahead of the Yuletide period.
The police boss also assured that the police formations in the two states would ensure improved security at all times.
AIG Adegoke Fayoade, while speaking at the 2024 edition of the Christmas Carol of Zone 2, tagged “Police: Agent of Peace to the World,” emphasised the importance of security during the Christmas and New Year celebrations.
AIG Fayoade, in his welcome address, said, “The peace that reigns in Lagos and Ogun states will continue, and we will continue to provide quality services for the people of the states. We will do that without fear or favor. We will ensure that our men perform their duties with professionalism and the fear of God.”
The police boss advised members of the public, saying, “If you have any issues, go to the nearest police station, and it will be resolved immediately.”
He also stated, “The officers of Zone 2 have worked hard. We thank God for keeping us alive to witness the 2024 Christmas carol. God has given us good health; we are happy, and we thank our traditional rulers who are with us. I believe that after the praise and worship, we are not going to leave here empty-handed. God is going to answer our prayers.”
He emphasised, “We need to thank God for keeping us alive. He alone deserves our praise. God’s blessings will continue to abide with us.”
The AIG took the first Bible reading from the book of Isaiah 9:1-6.
In his sermon, the officiating minister, Reverend Benjamin Eragbai, urged citizens to pray for favour to get a seat at the top.
The clergyman said, “We all have seats at the top, but not all get there. The only way we can get there is through prayer. You need favour to make it in life—to move from a lower to a higher place. Some people’s seats at the top are empty due to sickness, death, or stronger powers that control them.”
“Prayer can open doors of blessings, promotions, and good health if only you can pray,” he said.
According to him, “The police are agents of peace. Many people’s seats would have been empty if the police had not been involved in their cases.”
Different choir groups, including Our Saviour’s Anglican Choir, Rose of Sharon, Our Lady Star of the Sea, Navy Chaplaincy Choir, Air Force Chaplaincy, St. Robert Army Chaplaincy, and St. Anthony Police Chaplaincy, among others, featured during the service.
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