New Commissioner of Police in Ondo State Vows to Strengthen Ties with FUTA for Enhanced Security

The recently appointed Commissioner of Police for Ondo State, Mr. Asabi Abiodun, extended a friendly visit to the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) on Tuesday, signaling a commitment to bolster the already cordial relationship between the police force and the academic institution. During the visit, Commissioner Abiodun underscored the importance of maintaining peace within the university community and pledged unwavering support for the security of the students and faculty.

Commissioner Abiodun, who is familiar with FUTA from his prior role as an area commander, expressed his admiration for the university's peaceful atmosphere, stating, "I visited first as an area commander, and I have always been a part of this community. I make bold to say that the university community is a peaceful one."

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He went on to emphasize the vital role of the police in ensuring the safety of students, saying, "We are partners in progress and stakeholders when it pertains to students. We both work to ensure that the students' lives are safe. We will continue to protect the lives and properties of members of the university community. We will ensure that security-wise, students will attest that their stay in FUTA was worthwhile."

The Commissioner recognized the interconnectedness of students' well-being with the overall university environment and stressed the importance of preventing issues from escalating. He reaffirmed the police force's dedication to strengthening their partnership with FUTA.

In response, Professor Adenike Oladiji, the Vice Chancellor of FUTA, expressed her gratitude for Commissioner Abiodun's visit and stressed the paramount importance of security within the university. She acknowledged the police's vigilant surveillance around the campus and remained optimistic that their services would continue to safeguard the lives and property of both staff and students.

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"The large student population at FUTA necessitates our collaborative efforts," said Professor Oladiji. "Students have their own peculiarities, but we trust that you are capable of handling this effectively and efficiently."

The visit of Commissioner Abiodun to FUTA serves as a significant step towards enhancing the security and safety of the university community, reinforcing the vital partnership between law enforcement and the academic institution.