The Lagos State Police Command says it has intensified security measures at strategic locations, including schools, places of worship, and other social places amid rising insecurity in the country.

This is as the Command disclosed that it had also arrested a total of 56 persons linked to various crimes committed within the metropolis.

Daily Trust had reported how security situation in the country worsened recently, with Boko Haram launching attacks on communities in Borno and bandits terrorising and abducting people in some states, including Niger, Kwara and Kebbi.

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As part of broader strategy to prevent threats, the Lagos police have intensified their operations to ensure safety of lives and property within the state.

The Command said it recovered a total of ten exotic cars stolen by drivers and carwash attendants.

Commissioner of Police in the State, Olorundare Jimoh, disclosed this on Monday at the Command’s Headquarters in Ikeja, while giving updates on the security situation in the state.

He explained that the Command had deployed personnel to strategic locations, including worship centres, markets, recreational areas and major highways.

Jimoh added that the increased surveillance around public places in Lagos was to ensure a crime free festive period.

He stated that he had directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, Tactical Squads, and Unit Commanders to reinforce security at worship centres during services.

“The security situation in Lagos is not alarming and we are firmly on top of the situation. During the period under review, there has not been any extraordinary or significant security problems throughout the bigger city. This is not due to the police effort alone, it is due to the whole population and the collaboration and support of the public, individuals and other members of the public that have come to identify with the police and ensure the safety and protection of life and property throughout the state.

“We are making significant progresses in the area of crime fighting and prevention. This with the introduction of new strategies. It is due to the positive result, that has led to the recovery of about 10 vehicles within the last few weeks.

“During the month under review, the Command recovered ten vehicles stolen and one motorcycle removed from park, fraudulent conversion and smuggling. In addition, officers arrested suspected armed robbers involved in conspiracy, kidnapping, robbery, stealing, assault occasioning harm, and threats to life.

“Across multiple operations in November, the Command recovered six firearms, including locally made pistols, cut-tosize guns, a single cut-to-size barrel gun, multiple live cartridges, dangerous weapons such as a machete, a battle axe, and an assault dagger, as well as Nigerian military camouflage, charms, and fake currency valued at four thousand dollars.

“These achievements are a testament to our sustained November strategy aimed at dismantling criminal gangs, intercepting stolen property, removing illegal firearms from circulation, and strengthening public safety across Lagos State.

“The total number of weapons and items recovered are: one machete, one battle axe, one assault dagger, one Nigerian military camouflage, one charm, and fake 4,000 USD.

“These items were seized during intelligence-driven operations aimed at neutralizing gangs responsible for violent crimes and coordinated attacks in different parts of Lagos State.

“The recovery of these weapons and materials significantly disrupts the capabilities of criminal groups and enhances the overall security landscape of the state.” he added.