LASG asks residents to take ownership of lighting installations
The Lagos State Government has called on residents in the State to take ownership of lighting installations and protect them.
The call was made by the General Manager of the Lagos State Electricity Board, Engr. Temitayo Balogun, at the stakeholders’ town hall engagement which took place at Ikoyi, Lagos.
The event brought together key stakeholders to discuss the security of electrical infrastructures and the importance of community collaboration.
In his address, Balogun emphasised that community engagement is crucial for safeguarding public utilities.
He encouraged residents to play an active role in securing these assets, reiterating that their safety is a shared responsibility.
Engr. Omotayo Halid of the Public Lighting Unit of LSEB stressed the importance of being security-conscious and proactive in reporting suspicious activities around public lighting installations.
The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Lion Building, Ishola Oluboyd, echoed these sentiments, urging residents to remain vigilant and act responsibly to protect electrical infrastructures.
He was joined by other divisional police officers from the Ikoyi/Obalende, Victoria Island, and Lagos Island axis, who reinforced the need for a unified approach to security within the communities.
The interactive session also featured contributions from the Chairmen of Community Development Committees (CDCs) from Ikoyi/Obalende, Victoria Island, and Lagos Island. Their feedback demonstrated a strong commitment to protecting public assets.
