By Our Reporter
The Ondo State Police Command has announced the assumption of duty of Felix Ohagwu as the 47th Commissioner of Police in the state.
Ohagwu took over from Adebowale Lawal following his recent posting by the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, as part of ongoing strategic deployments aimed at strengthening internal security and enhancing effective policing across the country.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the Command described the new commissioner as a seasoned officer with extensive experience in crime prevention, intelligence-led policing, public safety management, and operational coordination.
According to the statement, Ohagwu has served in several operational, investigative, and administrative capacities across the country during his more than three decades in service.
Upon assuming office, the new police commissioner pledged to consolidate on the existing security architecture in Ondo State while prioritising the protection of lives and property.
He assured residents that the Command under his leadership would intensify efforts at combating crime through proactive policing, intelligence gathering, community engagement, and collaboration with other security agencies and stakeholders.
Ohagwu also stressed that the Command would uphold transparency, accountability, professionalism, respect for human rights, and a corruption-free policing system in the discharge of its duties.
He added that officers and men of the Command would continue to be guided by integrity, ethical conduct, and quality service delivery in line with global best practices.
The commissioner expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police for the confidence reposed in him and commended his predecessor, Lawal, for his contributions to peace and security in Ondo State.
The Command urged residents to continue supporting the police and other security agencies with timely and credible information that could aid crime prevention and enhance public safety across the state.
According to the statement, members of the public can reach the Commissioner of Police on 08037127198 for security-related matters and credible information.
