The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, has expressed confidence that the newly inaugurated Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) surveillance centre in Lagos will significantly reduce crime and enhance police service delivery in 2026.
Egbetokun made the remarks during an inspection of the facility on Monday, describing it as part of ongoing efforts to implement technology-driven policing and strengthen the command’s security architecture.
According to the police chief, the surveillance centre is expected to improve intelligence gathering, accelerate response times, and support effective crime prevention and detection. He praised the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, and other partners involved in the construction and commissioning of the centre, emphasizing that collaboration is key to sustainable security outcomes.
“As we move into 2026, I expect better service delivery from the police. We will improve on what we achieved in the previous year,” Egbetokun stated, adding that the Nigeria Police Force is committed to continuous improvement.
He further explained that the adoption of modern surveillance technology would help lower crime rates and rebuild public confidence in the police, urging officers to use the facility effectively in line with global best practices.
The CCTV Surveillance Centre, activated on January 14 by Commissioner of Police Mr. Olohundare Jimoh, is fully built and equipped by the Federal Government through the Ministry of Works. The facility provides real-time monitoring of strategic locations, including the Third Mainland Bridge, surrounding waterways, and other key areas within the Lagos Island axis.
The initiative is aimed at proactively preventing crime and enhancing the protection of lives and property, reflecting the force’s commitment to professionalism, efficiency, and improved security nationwide.
Do you think more CCTV cameras actually make us safer, or just invade our privacy more? Lets discuss!
Im not convinced a new CCTV center will really boost security in Lagos. We need concrete data to prove its effectiveness.
Im not convinced that more CCTV cameras will necessarily boost security. We need more boots on the ground, not just more surveillance.
I wonder if the new CCTV center will actually reduce crime in Lagos or just be a costly project. Time will tell!
Im not convinced – more cameras doesnt always mean better security. What about privacy concerns and misuse of surveillance data?
This new CCTV center in Lagos sounds promising, but will it really make a difference in reducing crime? Lets wait and see.
Do you think the new CCTV center will actually improve security in Lagos, or is it just a temporary solution? Lets discuss!
Do you really think more CCTV cameras will make Lagos safer? Im not convinced. Lets discuss!
Im not convinced. More cameras mean more surveillance, not necessarily more security. Privacy concerns anyone?