The Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, Princess Surah Animashaun, has reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to supporting federal security agencies in enhancing community safety and internal security across the Epe Division.
Animashaun gave the assurance on Thursday while receiving the Comptroller of the Lagos State Command of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Comptroller Olofinbiyi Christopher, during a courtesy and familiarisation visit to the Epe Local Government Secretariat.
Welcoming the delegation, the council boss commended the Comptroller’s professionalism and strategic leadership, noting that the Nigeria Immigration Service has continued to play a crucial role in safeguarding the division and regulating migration activities.
She assured the delegation of the council’s readiness to provide office accommodation, strengthen inter-agency collaboration, and support grassroots sensitisation initiatives aimed at promoting security awareness and sustaining peace in the area.
“Synergy between local governments and federal security agencies remains critical in tackling emerging security challenges and ensuring that residents enjoy a safe and secure environment,” Animashaun said.
Earlier, Comptroller Olofinbiyi stressed the need for stronger collaboration between the Nigeria Immigration Service and Epe Local Government to enhance the enforcement of immigration laws, strengthen internal security operations, and improve the management of travel documents and residence permits.
He disclosed that sustained surveillance operations by the Command had significantly curtailed illegal immigration within the division but appealed for support in key operational areas, including office space, accommodation, patrol vehicles, and other logistics to improve efficiency.
The Comptroller was accompanied by the Deputy Comptroller in charge of ECOWAS and African Affairs, B.K. Danja; the Command’s Public Relations Officer; and other senior officers.
The meeting was attended by top officials of the Epe Local Government, including the Leader of the Legislative Arm, Hon. Taofeek Araba; the Council Manager, Mrs. Sofoluwe; the Majority Leader, Hon. Oluwo Rasheed; and the Chief of Staff to the Executive Chairman, Hon. Tunde Fuad Odupe, among other management staff.
