The Ogun State Police Command has commenced an advanced technology-driven training programme for 50 officers on the use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), commonly known as drones, as part of efforts to strengthen intelligence-led policing and improve operational effectiveness across the state.
The training, organised in partnership with the Societal Concerns Organization, led by Amb. Oluwayomi Oluwapelumi David, was officially flagged off at the Police Command Headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta.
The programme is designed to equip participating officers with specialised skills in aerial surveillance, intelligence gathering, situational awareness and technology-assisted security operations.
Declaring the training open, the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, described the initiative as a timely response to the changing demands of modern policing.
Ojajuni stressed the importance of embracing technology and specialised training to enhance the Command’s ability to monitor security situations, gather actionable intelligence and respond swiftly to emerging threats.
According to him, the deployment of drone technology would further strengthen the Command’s intelligence-gathering capabilities and support informed decision-making during security operations.
The initiative also reflects the growing emphasis on technology-driven policing, particularly as security agencies seek innovative ways to tackle emerging security challenges and improve situational awareness.
Speaking on behalf of the organisers, the leadership of Societal Concerns reaffirmed its commitment to supporting security institutions through technological innovation, continuous capacity building and sustainable community-security partnerships.
The organisation disclosed that the Ogun phase of the programme represents a significant milestone in its capacity-building efforts, with additional engagements expected to take place across the South-West region.
The Commissioner expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, for approving the programme, while commending the Societal Concerns Organization for its commitment to strengthening national security through practical collaboration with security institutions.
The Ogun State Police Command, in a statement by its Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi B. BabasÂeyi, said the Command would continue to prioritise proactive, intelligence-driven and technology-assisted policing.
It added that strategic partnerships aimed at improving operational efficiency, protecting security personnel and safeguarding lives and property across Ogun State would also be sustained.
