SKO Receives New Area Commander of NSCDC, Harps on Collaboration to Secure Government Assets

The Executive Chairman of Ikorodu West LCDA, Hon. Sulaimon Kazeem Olanrewaju, FCA- FCTI (SKO), on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, received the newly posted Area Commander of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Ikorodu Division, and his entourage on a familiarisation visit to his office.

The visit, which was aimed at fostering synergy between the Council and the NSCDC, provided an avenue for both parties to discuss critical issues of security, protection of government infrastructure, pipelines and community safety.

Welcoming the Area Commander, Hon. Sulaimon congratulated him on his new posting and commended the NSCDC for its pivotal role in safeguarding lives and critical national assets. He noted that the recent spate of vandalism of government property calls for stronger collaboration between local authorities and security agencies.

There can be no meaningful development without security, SKO stated. our Markets, Schools, Health centres, and other public facilities must be protected. We are ready to work hand-in-hand with the NSCDC to ensure that government’s investments in Ikorodu West are secured for the benefit of our people.

In his remarks, Officer Olusola Anerunoye, the new Area Commander thanked the Chairman for the warm reception and assured the Council of the Corps’ commitment to intelligence sharing, joint patrols, and prompt response to security threats. He appealed for continuous support from the Local Council Development Area to enhance the operational effectiveness of his officers within the Division.

The meeting ended on a cordial note with both parties reaffirming their dedication to a safer, more secure Ikorodu West. Present at the meeting were the Executive Chairman, Mrs Folakemi, Admin Officer on Security, Officer Olusola Anerunoye, Area Commander, Officer Adeniyi Wasiu, Officer Akumuna Raphael, OC Operation, Officer Debo Wale, Oke Samuel Babatunde, Ikorodu Divisional officer, Officer Lawal A.A. OC Operation of the NSCDC.

Signed;

Onanuga Ayotunde Patrick, Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Chairman, Ikorodu West LCDA