Abayomi Susan
The Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) is seeking deeper collaboration with the Chinese government, security institutions and Chinese-owned businesses to strengthen security operations and capacity in Lagos.
The Executive Secretary/CEO of the LSSTF, Dr. Ayodele Ogunsan, made the call during a courtesy visit to the Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, Yan Yuqing.
The engagement forms part of the Fund’s broader efforts to build international partnerships that can provide security agencies with training, technology, equipment and other resources. The initiative follows similar engagements with the British and German diplomatic missions.
Ogunsan commended China for its longstanding support for Nigeria’s security institutions, particularly through training and capacity-building programmes.
He urged the Chinese government to sustain and expand such interventions, stressing that well-trained security personnel are essential to maintaining public safety.
“We want to ask you, Ma, that you should continue with this training. An untrained officer is a serious disaster for our society,” Ogunsan said.
The LSSTF chief also sought greater access to Chinese expertise, technology and locally available security equipment, including operational vehicles, motorcycles, boots and uniforms. He identified Chinese companies operating in Nigeria as potential partners in strengthening the capacity of security agencies.
Ogunsan acknowledged the contributions of companies such as CIG Motors and Dongfeng, noting that CIG Motors had recently donated 10 vehicles to the Fund.
He further pledged to deploy one of the newly acquired police vehicles to strengthen security around the Chinese Consulate in Lagos.
Responding, Yan pledged continued Chinese support, particularly in the areas of training and equipment. She said China was willing to explore additional interventions while highlighting the potential role of Chinese businesses in supporting security initiatives.
Yan also stressed the importance of security to Chinese investors operating in Nigeria, noting that thousands of Chinese companies have business interests across the country.
She requested increased police visibility around the Chinese Consulate, particularly at night, while also calling for stronger security measures around areas where Chinese businesses operate.
The engagement underscores the LSSTF’s growing focus on international partnerships as part of efforts to strengthen Lagos’ security architecture and create a safer environment for residents, businesses and foreign investors.
