The Ogun State Police Command has initiated a documentation and verification exercise for all Supernumerary Police (SPY) personnel operating in the state. This exercise, which started on September 23, 2026, is set to run until October 7, 2026. The directive was issued by the command's Police Public Relations Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police Oluseyi Babasiyi. All organizations with SPY personnel are required to have them report to the Police Public Relations Department at the Ogun State Police Command Headquarters in Eleweran, Abeokuta.
The exercise aims to strengthen the proper documentation, verification, and oversight of SPY personnel operating in Ogun State. To participate, personnel must present several documents, including their training certificates and photocopies, warrant cards or certificates of "To Whom It May Concern," recent passport photographs in approved uniform, as well as other relevant documents. This move is part of the police command's efforts to regulate and monitor SPY activities within the state.
The Ogun State Police Command has urged all organizations with SPY personnel to comply with the directive. The command emphasized that the exercise is mandatory for all SPY personnel operating in the state. Failure to comply may result in consequences for both the personnel and their employers. The police command has provided a deadline of September 23 for the documentation process, although the exercise runs until October 7.
This initiative by the Ogun State Police Command is seen as a step towards enhancing security and accountability within the state. By documenting and verifying SPY personnel, the command aims to ensure that all individuals operating as supernumerary police are properly identified and regulated. This move is expected to improve collaboration between the police and SPY personnel in maintaining law and order.
The exercise is also expected to help in identifying and addressing any potential security gaps. By having a comprehensive database of SPY personnel, the police command can better coordinate efforts to tackle crime and ensure public safety. The documentation process will also enable the command to weed out any unauthorized or unqualified individuals operating as SPY personnel.
Deputy Superintendent of Police Oluseyi Babasiyi made the announcement through a statement on X. The statement was widely disseminated to ensure that all concerned parties are aware of the exercise and the deadline. The police command has called on organizations and SPY personnel to take this exercise seriously and comply with the directives.
The Ogun State Police Command's move has been welcomed by stakeholders, who see it as a positive development in the state's security landscape. The exercise is part of broader efforts to enhance security and governance in Ogun State. With the deadline set for September 23 for the start of documentation, SPY personnel and their employers must act quickly to comply.
Key points
- The Ogun State Police Command has set a deadline for SPY documentation and verification.
- The exercise aims to strengthen oversight of SPY personnel operating in the state.
- All SPY personnel must present specific documents, including training certificates and passport photographs.
