By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja
In a decisive move to bolster safety and curb insecurity in tertiary institutions, Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has donated a suite of advanced security equipment to Kogi State Polytechnic, covering both its Lokoja and Itakpe campuses.
The donation — a significant gesture underscoring the administration’s commitment to protecting lives and property — includes state-of-the-art CCTV surveillance systems, lithium-powered torchlights, and rapid response patrol scooters.
The announcement was made on Wednesday in Lokoja through a statement issued by Mrs. Uredo Omale, Director of Public Relations and Protocol at the Polytechnic. According to her, the items were handed over to the school management by Engineer Sani Isah of SufPay Limited, the implementing partner.
Engineer Isah explained the strategic intent behind each piece of equipment:
“The CCTV cameras will enable real-time monitoring of sensitive zones, the lithium-powered torches will enhance night patrols, and the scooters will drastically improve response time during emergencies,” he noted.
To ensure proper utilization, he added that designated campus security personnel would receive technical training, with ongoing support mechanisms in place to guarantee maintenance and optimal usage.
Receiving the equipment, a visibly excited Rector of the Polytechnic, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, praised Governor Ododo for what he described as a “timely, strategic, and impactful intervention.”
“We are deeply grateful to His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo — the people’s servant — for this thoughtful gesture. These tools, coupled with the recent fencing of the Itakpe Campus, mark a major leap in our internal security operations,” the Rector said.
Prof. Usman recalled how the newly completed perimeter fence had curbed land encroachment and improved the institution’s overall security landscape, adding that the latest donation would further help deter intruders, prevent internal disturbances, and ensure a safe and stable learning environment.
“These interventions are not only physical infrastructure — they represent an assurance of safety, a commitment to peace, and a promise of uninterrupted learning,” the Rector added.
He pledged that the Polytechnic would ensure the judicious use of the items and maintain the equipment in top condition for the benefit of students, staff, and the broader educational community.
The move forms part of Governor Ododo’s broader agenda to safeguard educational institutions across the state, amid growing security concerns nationally. By investing in surveillance and mobility technologies, the administration aims to preempt crises rather than react to them, setting a benchmark for other states to follow.