In a bid to curb the criminal activities of One-Chance robbers and traffic related crimes across major parts of the Lagos metropolis, the Chairman of the Lagos State Task Force, Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP, Akerele Adetayo, has deployed additional patrol motorbikes to crime prone areas of the State to strengthen security.

CSP Akerele, in a statement disclosed that the need to deploy additional came following numerous public complaints following the initial deployment of the agency’s brand new Max S patrol Bikes in August 2024.

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He added that in recognizing the urgency to enhance security and ensure the safety of commuters within crime prone areas of the State the need to reinforce patrol operations on bikes, particularly within areas with high incidences of traffic robberies was necessary.
While identifying areas where these patrol bikes will be operational as Agege Motor Road, Fagba, Gbagada Expressway, Iyana-Oworo and Oshodi Expressway, the Chairman stated that the added patrol units will improve the agency’s ability to swiftly respond to incidents, track down criminals, and create a greater sense of safety for all motorists.

“The Lagos State Taskforce remains committed to maintaining law and order within the metropolis, ensuring that all citizens can travel without fear of robbery or other criminal activities.”

Akerele further urged residents to continue reporting suspicious activities to the Agency through the designated phone number; 08089705008 or the social media handles, while assuring the public that these new measures will significantly reduce traffic crimes and enhance overall environmental decorum and safety in the Metropolis.