The Lagos State Police Command has commenced a round-the-clock anti-crime patrol along the coastal road to strengthen security and safeguard commuters as well as construction sites.

The Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, disclosed this on Thursday during a show of force conducted along the route.

According to him, the initiative is aimed at deterring criminal activities, including vandalism, theft of equipment, and other offences along the newly opened corridor.

Jimoh explained that when the road was inaugurated in early December 2025, the command initially deployed 50 patrol teams, each made up of five officers.

He noted that the officers were positioned at key intersections, known black spots, and other vulnerable locations along the stretch.

“Since the deployment, we have not recorded any incident of snatching, kidnapping, or robbery along the corridor due to the strong police presence,” he said.

The police chief added that four additional mobile patrol teams have now been deployed to operate continuously on the coastal road.

“These teams will patrol non-stop to bridge gaps between fixed posts, monitor areas prone to vandalism, and carry out covert operations to apprehend offenders,” he stated.

He further said the patrol units would also provide security for road users, contractors’ personnel, and equipment at construction sites, while ensuring that installed facilities such as streetlights, barriers, and fencing are protected from damage.

Jimoh revealed that the initiative is being supported by the Lagos State Government through the State Security Trust Fund, in collaboration with the Minister of Works, David Umahi.

He added that surveillance would also cover adjoining areas considered security threats, including Kuramo Junction and the Ajah–Lekki corridor.

“Residents, commuters, and businesses operating along the coastal road should be assured of their safety. This initiative strengthens existing security measures and reinforces Lagos as a safe and secure environment,” he said.

Jimoh also noted that designated senior officers would supervise the patrol teams to ensure constant monitoring and rapid response to any security threat.

In his remarks, the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olufemi Dare, commended the police command for the swift intervention.

Dare expressed optimism that the deployment of the additional patrol vehicles would significantly curb the activities of hoodlums and vandals along the road.

He recalled earlier concerns raised over the theft of manhole covers, steel directional signs, and fencing installed along the coastal road.

“On behalf of the Minister of Works, we appreciate the Commissioner of Police for this prompt action. We are confident that the added patrol teams will put an end to vandalism along the coastal road,” Dare said.