Police reiterate commitment to campus safety at Kwara State University

Kwara State Commissioner of Police Adekimi Ojo has reaffirmed the command’s commitment to ensuring security within Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete.

During an official visit to the institution, CP Ojo endorsed the new security measures implemented by the university management and stakeholders in the Malete community. These measures were introduced to curb the rising incidents of robbery and break‑ins, especially in privately owned student hostels.

According to the Kwara State Police Command spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire‑Adeyemi, the Commissioner’s visit was part of a larger effort to deepen civil‑police collaboration and address recent security concerns. The initiative aims to prevent incidents such as housebreaking and armed robbery within and around the university area.

Welcoming the Commissioner, KWASU Vice‑Chancellor Prof. Shaykh‑Luqman Alade Jimoh expressed gratitude for the enduring partnership between the institution and the police. He commended the professionalism of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Malete and his team for their role in managing past security crises and restoring relative calm.

Prof. Jimoh also expressed concern over recent robberies affecting off‑campus students and announced that the university has activated its internal security committee and implemented new policies to fortify safety across the campus and its surroundings.

Key New Security Measures:
– All private hostel owners are now required to hire private security personnel (vigilantes). Students have been advised to avoid hostels that fail to comply.
– Movement of motorcycles (okada) is restricted after 10 p.m., and any violators risk having their motorcycles seized.
– All campus‑based shops must close by 11 p.m., with no commercial activities permitted beyond that time.
– The use of generators is prohibited after midnight as part of efforts to reduce noise and foster a safer environment.

The Vice‑Chancellor also expressed gratitude to local traditional rulers and community leaders for their role in supporting these security measures and making the area safer for students and residents alike.

In his remarks, CP Adekimi Ojo commended the university for its proactive approach, well‑crafted policies, and strong collaboration with stakeholders. He assured the KWASU community of increased police presence and more robust enforcement of the new measures.

The Commissioner also lauded the Students’ Union Government (SUG) for its cooperation and emphasized the vital role student leaders play in promoting peace and security on campus.

Reiterating the command’s commitment to apprehending those responsible for the recent spate of robberies, CP Ojo stated that investigations are ongoing and pledged that the perpetrators will be brought to justice.

He further assured the university community that the police remain committed to upholding human rights, making it clear that searching mobile phones or conducting arbitrary searches by officers on the streets is illegal and will not be tolerated.

During his visit, the Commissioner inspected a hostel affected by the recent attacks, engaged with students, and offered practical security tips while advising prompt reporting of any suspicious activity.