The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2 Command in Onikan, Lagos, Olohundare Jimoh, has urged young Nigerians to collaborate closely with security agencies.He emphasised the importance of strengthening community policing, combating misinformation, and ensuring peaceful participation in the country’s democratic process as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.Speaking at the Political Intelligence Summit: Youth-Police Engagement Across the IBILE Divisions, organised recently by the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement in collaboration with the Bureau of the Public Defender, Jimoh described young people as critical stakeholders in promoting peace, security and national development.According to the AIG, effective policing requires collaboration between law enforcement agencies, educational institutions, community organisations and the youth, stressing that trust, accountability, dialogue and inclusiveness remain the foundation of successful community policing.He urged young Nigerians to reject fake news, hate speech and divisive narratives capable of undermining national unity, encouraging them instead to use social media responsibly to educate others and promote positive civic engagement.Jimoh also warned youths against allowing themselves to be recruited for criminal activities or election-related violence, noting that they have become more politically conscious and understand the value of peaceful participation in the democratic process.According to him, sustained engagement between the police and young people has improved relations across Lagos and Ogun states, helping to build confidence between both groups.“The police are no longer just your friends; we are your partners,” he said, urging young people to report security concerns and grievances through appropriate channels.On concerns over delays in criminal trials arising from the absence of investigating police officers in court, the AIG attributed the challenge to transfers, retirements and the lengthy duration of some criminal cases.He assured participants that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system to minimise delays and improve the administration of justice.Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. He emphasised the importance of strengthening community policing, combating misinformation, and ensuring peaceful participation in the country’s democratic process as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.Speaking at the Political Intelligence Summit: Youth-Police Engagement Across the IBILE Divisions, organised recently by the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement in collaboration with the Bureau of the Public Defender, Jimoh described young people as critical stakeholders in promoting peace, security and national development.According to the AIG, effective policing requires collaboration between law enforcement agencies, educational institutions, community organisations and the youth, stressing that trust, accountability, dialogue and inclusiveness remain the foundation of successful community policing.He urged young Nigerians to reject fake news, hate speech and divisive narratives capable of undermining national unity, encouraging them instead to use social media responsibly to educate others and promote positive civic engagement.Jimoh also warned youths against allowing themselves to be recruited for criminal activities or election-related violence, noting that they have become more politically conscious and understand the value of peaceful participation in the democratic process.According to him, sustained engagement between the police and young people has improved relations across Lagos and Ogun states, helping to build confidence between both groups.“The police are no longer just your friends; we are your partners,” he said, urging young people to report security concerns and grievances through appropriate channels.On concerns over delays in criminal trials arising from the absence of investigating police officers in court, the AIG attributed the challenge to transfers, retirements and the lengthy duration of some criminal cases.He assured participants that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system to minimise delays and improve the administration of justice.Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. Speaking at the Political Intelligence Summit: Youth-Police Engagement Across the IBILE Divisions, organised recently by the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement in collaboration with the Bureau of the Public Defender, Jimoh described young people as critical stakeholders in promoting peace, security and national development.According to the AIG, effective policing requires collaboration between law enforcement agencies, educational institutions, community organisations and the youth, stressing that trust, accountability, dialogue and inclusiveness remain the foundation of successful community policing.He urged young Nigerians to reject fake news, hate speech and divisive narratives capable of undermining national unity, encouraging them instead to use social media responsibly to educate others and promote positive civic engagement.Jimoh also warned youths against allowing themselves to be recruited for criminal activities or election-related violence, noting that they have become more politically conscious and understand the value of peaceful participation in the democratic process.According to him, sustained engagement between the police and young people has improved relations across Lagos and Ogun states, helping to build confidence between both groups.“The police are no longer just your friends; we are your partners,” he said, urging young people to report security concerns and grievances through appropriate channels.On concerns over delays in criminal trials arising from the absence of investigating police officers in court, the AIG attributed the challenge to transfers, retirements and the lengthy duration of some criminal cases.He assured participants that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system to minimise delays and improve the administration of justice.Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. According to the AIG, effective policing requires collaboration between law enforcement agencies, educational institutions, community organisations and the youth, stressing that trust, accountability, dialogue and inclusiveness remain the foundation of successful community policing.He urged young Nigerians to reject fake news, hate speech and divisive narratives capable of undermining national unity, encouraging them instead to use social media responsibly to educate others and promote positive civic engagement.Jimoh also warned youths against allowing themselves to be recruited for criminal activities or election-related violence, noting that they have become more politically conscious and understand the value of peaceful participation in the democratic process.According to him, sustained engagement between the police and young people has improved relations across Lagos and Ogun states, helping to build confidence between both groups.“The police are no longer just your friends; we are your partners,” he said, urging young people to report security concerns and grievances through appropriate channels.On concerns over delays in criminal trials arising from the absence of investigating police officers in court, the AIG attributed the challenge to transfers, retirements and the lengthy duration of some criminal cases.He assured participants that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system to minimise delays and improve the administration of justice.Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. He urged young Nigerians to reject fake news, hate speech and divisive narratives capable of undermining national unity, encouraging them instead to use social media responsibly to educate others and promote positive civic engagement.Jimoh also warned youths against allowing themselves to be recruited for criminal activities or election-related violence, noting that they have become more politically conscious and understand the value of peaceful participation in the democratic process.According to him, sustained engagement between the police and young people has improved relations across Lagos and Ogun states, helping to build confidence between both groups.“The police are no longer just your friends; we are your partners,” he said, urging young people to report security concerns and grievances through appropriate channels.On concerns over delays in criminal trials arising from the absence of investigating police officers in court, the AIG attributed the challenge to transfers, retirements and the lengthy duration of some criminal cases.He assured participants that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system to minimise delays and improve the administration of justice.Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. Jimoh also warned youths against allowing themselves to be recruited for criminal activities or election-related violence, noting that they have become more politically conscious and understand the value of peaceful participation in the democratic process.According to him, sustained engagement between the police and young people has improved relations across Lagos and Ogun states, helping to build confidence between both groups.“The police are no longer just your friends; we are your partners,” he said, urging young people to report security concerns and grievances through appropriate channels.On concerns over delays in criminal trials arising from the absence of investigating police officers in court, the AIG attributed the challenge to transfers, retirements and the lengthy duration of some criminal cases.He assured participants that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system to minimise delays and improve the administration of justice.Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. According to him, sustained engagement between the police and young people has improved relations across Lagos and Ogun states, helping to build confidence between both groups.“The police are no longer just your friends; we are your partners,” he said, urging young people to report security concerns and grievances through appropriate channels.On concerns over delays in criminal trials arising from the absence of investigating police officers in court, the AIG attributed the challenge to transfers, retirements and the lengthy duration of some criminal cases.He assured participants that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system to minimise delays and improve the administration of justice.Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. “The police are no longer just your friends; we are your partners,” he said, urging young people to report security concerns and grievances through appropriate channels.On concerns over delays in criminal trials arising from the absence of investigating police officers in court, the AIG attributed the challenge to transfers, retirements and the lengthy duration of some criminal cases.He assured participants that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system to minimise delays and improve the administration of justice.Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. On concerns over delays in criminal trials arising from the absence of investigating police officers in court, the AIG attributed the challenge to transfers, retirements and the lengthy duration of some criminal cases.He assured participants that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system to minimise delays and improve the administration of justice.Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. He assured participants that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system to minimise delays and improve the administration of justice.Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. Jimoh also commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in security infrastructure and for creating platforms that encourage dialogue between the police and young people.He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. He disclosed that future engagement programmes would extend beyond physical meetings to include school outreach programmes, mentorship initiatives, community service projects and social media campaigns aimed at promoting civic responsibility and security awareness.The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. The AIG reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to community-oriented policing and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.Related NewsState police: Nigeria’s fear is costing livesLagos Assembly backs state police, advances anti-begging bill2027 elections: Six legal hurdles before INECAlso, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. Also, the Director of the Lagos State Bureau of Public Defende, Mrs Olubunmi Adesomoju, urged young Nigerians to understand their constitutional rights and engage constructively with law enforcement agencies.She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. She said the summit was designed to educate youths on their rights and deepen their understanding of the role of government institutions in protecting citizens.According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. According to her, while every citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express opinions freely, such rights must be exercised within the limits prescribed by law.“We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. “We realised that we need to sensitise our youths on police engagement so that they understand their rights and how government institutions can assist them,” she said.Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. Adesomoju reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to providing legal aid and protecting the rights of vulnerable persons, particularly women, girls and young people.She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. She explained that the summit forms part of a broader initiative by the Lagos State Government to strengthen police-youth relations across the state’s five IBILE divisions, adding that similar engagements had already been held in Ikeja and Lagos Island, while additional sessions were planned for Epe, Badagry and Ikorodu.Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr Sholabomi Shasore, represented by Dr Omotayo Babatunde, described security as a shared responsibility requiring active collaboration among government, communities and the youth.She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. She said the summit was aimed at strengthening trust between young people and law enforcement agencies, improving political intelligence and encouraging community-driven solutions to security challenges.According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. According to her, young people remain indispensable to nation-building because of their creativity, innovation and energy, adding that effective policing can only thrive where there is mutual trust between citizens and security institutions.The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr Adebayo Haroun, also reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure effective investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. Haroun said prosecutorial decisions are guided strictly by legal advice and available evidence, stressing that no offender would be shielded from justice.He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. He urged Investigating Police Officers to honour court invitations, properly document investigations and maintain accurate records of witnesses to prevent avoidable delays in criminal trials.Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police. Other speakers at the summit included retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Olasoji Akinbayo, who spoke on global policing standards and best practices in arrests, and the pioneer Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of the Public Defender and former Director of Public Prosecutions, Dr Babajide Martins, who made a presentation on the constitutional right to peaceful protest and the duties of the police.