As the security situation in the country worsens with rising cases of kidnappings and killings, the Lekki Estates Residents and Stakeholders Association has alerted residents of the area to be vigilant as they go about their lawful activities.

LERSA, which is an association of “over 80 estates and communities” in the area, also urged the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to hasten his planned ban of all passenger motorcycles, especially within the Lekki axis.

This was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday and co-signed by Olorogun Emadoye and Gbemi Adelekan, President and Secretary General of the association respectively.

The statement directed to residents and stakeholders in the Lekki area was titled, ‘Re: Update On The State Of Security Affairs Across The Lekki Corridor’.

The statement read, “The Association has received various calls from residents expressing deep concern on the general insecurity in the Lekki axis.

“While acknowledging the efforts of the Police in trying to maintain peace and security, the Association is calling on the Government and the Security authorities for a broader and stern response to the activities of various criminals in the community and the State in general.

“In the light of the security challenges, we wish to commend the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on the planned ban of Okada in the state. We believe that such a policy, if effectively implemented will reduce insecurity to a reasonable extent.

“We also wish to call on the Nigeria Police to declare a total war on people roaming the streets with dangerous weapons to curb the indiscriminate activities of some criminals.

“The Association wishes to admonish residents to take extra precautions against kidnappings following news of deteriorating security in the country.”

LERSA, therefore, advised residents to:

“Be observant, watchful and ensure that you are not being followed. If you suspect strange movement, drive to the nearest Police Station.

“Keep the discussions of your financial dealings away from strangers especially while in public places or while talking on your mobile phones. Always keep a low profile.

“Keep vehicle doors locked and windows rolled up, especially in traffic jams or traffic lights.

“Do not use ATM Machine at remote locations at night to avoid robbers and kidnappers.

“Do not stop to help strangers on the road, especially at night unless you are sure.

“Exercise precaution when walking at night. Do not jog at night, if you can avoid it.

“Ensure that you report any security incident to the Police. Be a friend to the Police.”

The Association also said it would seek audience with the state government and the Lagos State Police Command to discuss the security challenges within the axis.

Meanwhile, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Muyiwa Adejobi, has said the Command would issue a statement on the latest happenings within Lekki.

FarahAideed:
Avoid Freedom way by foot anything from 7PM , avoid freedom was holdup anything from 8.30 PM , avoid jogging on Ikoyi link bridge anything after 8 pm , avoid jogging into Bourdillon band Alexander anything from 8pm as a lot of small cars there are prowling kidnappers looking for easy victims to snatch , try exercise in groups and if you have a taser or Mace spray please be armed with it and use it if you have to

FarahAideed:
Avoid Freedom way by foot anything from 7PM , avoid freedom was holdup anything from 8.30 PM , avoid jogging on Ikoyi link bridge anything after 8 pm , avoid jogging into Bourdillon band Alexander anything from 8pm as a lot of small cars there are prowling kidnappers looking for easy victims to snatch , try exercise in groups and if you have a taser or Mace spray please be armed with it and use it if you have to

kingthreat:
So kidnappers and armed robbers can also be your problems?
During endsars, you Lekki people tried to show the world that Nigeria Police is the number 1 problem of the country. Now you have seen that there is a way more bigger evil, so you realize you need the lesser evil. I heard the places where the police stations were burnt down in Lekki are now a haven for cultists and criminals as the police does not plan to build a station there anytime. Las las we go all dey alright. Stay safe people.

iwaeda:

You must be a police man.

kingthreat:


No, I appreciate the police. Police presence is what reduces crime rate.
Where I am, the strong police is what keeps crime on the low low that's what makes people stroll about at 3am with no fear of anything.

iwaeda:


Which area is that, paddy.

kingthreat:


Somewhere where you dont see Green white Green. But I still rep Green white Green

kingthreat:
So kidnappers and armed robbers can also be your problems?
During endsars, you Lekki people tried to show the world that Nigeria Police is the number 1 problem of the country. Now you have seen that there is a way more bigger evil, so you realize you need the lesser evil. I heard the places where the police stations were burnt down in Lekki are now a haven for cultists and criminals as the police does not plan to build a station there anytime. Las las we go all dey alright. I hope Lagos state government rolls out their buses ASAP so Lagosians will not have to consider private vehicles kidnappers use.

Safety Tips
Please stop entering private vehicles doing transportation in that area especially Sienna vehicles.
If you are unsure of night movement, book uber or bolt.
If you are a lady going to work early morning or coming back late evenings, be a Liverpool fan. Never Walk Alone

Billyddude:


There is no difference between SARS and one chance people..

kingthreat:


Some policemen are armed robbers. Some are beasts in uniform because the police recruitment process is too weak to filter the bad eggs from the good ones. We hope the recruitment gets corrected ASAP. Pray never to fall into the hands of one chance. At least police answers to government, those ones answers to no one.

kingthreat:


Somewhere where you dont see Green white Green. But I still rep Green white Green

Billyddude:


I pray not to fall into both of them..no difference

gwinaB:

�����. This person is not well. I was anxiously waiting to know the area, only for you to write this.

iwaeda:

5pm self, I told my wife, do not expose your bag and phone. Those boys, girls and women begging just by the entrance by the side of the Estate.