The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Fatai Tijani, has called for stronger collaboration between security agencies, community leaders, and residents in the fight against cultism and other social vices in the state.
Mr Tijani made the call on Friday during a security stakeholders meeting held at the POWA Hall, Ikeja, as part of activities marking the National Police Week 2026.
He lamented the persistence of cultism and other violent behaviours, stressing that such activities pose serious threats to social order and community stability.
He said, “The fight against cultism requires sustained public enlightenment, especially among young people, who are most vulnerable to such activities.”
He urged parents, religious leaders, and community elders to take greater responsibility in guiding youths and discourage them from engaging in violent or criminal behaviour.
“We must educate our children and wards on the dangers of violence and social vices. This is not something we can ignore,” he said.
The commissioner warned that cult-related violence and other social disorders continue to undermine peace in society, urging stakeholders to intensify efforts to curb the trend.
He stressed the need for stakeholders to be on the same page to ensure a safer society.
Mr Tijani noted that security cannot be effectively achieved without collective responsibility.
“We need to be on the same page in terms of security within our environment. Security is a community responsibility,” he said.
He noted that effective crime prevention depends largely on cooperation, trust, and timely information sharing between residents and the police.
Mr Tijani appealed for improved community engagement, stressing the importance of reporting suspicious activities and unusual movements to security agencies.
He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to public safety, saying that officers remain dedicated to protecting lives and property across the state.
The meeting was attended by security stakeholders, community leaders, religious leaders and senior police officers, among others.
(NAN)
