Segun Atanda/
In a firm and reform-driven maiden address, the 38th Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, CP Bode Ojajuni, has declared zero tolerance for indiscipline, corruption, and human rights violations within the Command. He vowed to reposition policing in the state around accountability, professionalism, and public trust.
Addressing officers, stakeholders, and members of the press at the Command Headquarters in Eleweran, Abeokuta on Monday, Ojajuni anchored his leadership philosophy on the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu, that “citizens are our bosses.”
He stressed that this principle would guide all operational and administrative decisions under his watch, signalling a shift towards people-centred policing in Ogun State.
“The directives of the Inspector-General are sacrosanct,” Ojajuni said, adding that abuses of office, incivility, and violations of human rights would not be tolerated under any circumstances.
The new police chief warned officers and men of the Command to uphold discipline and professionalism, noting that strict adherence to the rule of law and respect for human dignity must define their conduct.
Ojajuni also rolled out a robust internal monitoring framework designed to enforce accountability and rebuild public confidence in the Force. Central to this is the strengthening of the Complaint Response Unit (CRU), which he described as a critical channel for citizens to report police misconduct.
He said the CRU would be fully accessible via telephone and digital platforms including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and WhatsApp, ensuring that complaints are promptly addressed.
He disclosed that the Gateway Shield App and the Command’s Control Room would remain operational round-the-clock to receive real-time intelligence and distress reports from the public.
To reinforce internal discipline, Ojajuni announced the full deployment of the X-Squad and the Police Monitoring Unit, warning that “there will be no safe haven for misconduct.”
“The few bad eggs within our ranks will not be allowed to tarnish the image of the Force,” he said, urging both officers and members of the public to report wrongdoing through appropriate channels.
The Commissioner emphasised that security of lives and property remains his top priority, pledging to adopt proactive policing strategies to sustain peace across Ogun State.
He also highlighted plans for inclusive policing, promising stronger collaboration with traditional rulers, community leaders, the media, and other security agencies.
Ojajuni appealed to residents of the state to support the police with credible and timely information, stressing that effective crime-fighting requires partnership between law enforcement and the public.
While assuring officers of improved welfare under his leadership, he charged them to embrace discipline, unity, and renewed commitment to duty.
“It shall be an unrelenting service to sustain the existing peace and ensure a secure Ogun State,” he said.
The maiden briefing sets the tone for what observers describe as a decisive, reform-oriented leadership aimed at restoring public confidence in policing across the state.
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