By Ebinum Samuel
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, psc, FCSS, MNIPR, received a courtesy visit from a delegation of the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS), Ogun State Branch, at the Command Headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta.
The delegation, the Police spokesman, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, disclosed was led by the Chairman of the Institution, Surveyor Abiodun Olufemi Liadi, paid the visit as part of efforts aimed at strengthening collaboration between the professional body and the Ogun State Police Command. The meeting also provided a platform for discussions on public safety and professional integrity.
Speaking during the engagement, Surveyor Liadi informed the Commissioner of Police about the existence of a comprehensive directory of all registered surveyors operating within Ogun State. According to him, the initiative is designed to prevent impersonation and curb the activities of fraudulent practitioners within the profession. He emphasized that registered surveyors are guided by strict ethical standards and urged the Command to leverage the directory in distinguishing licensed professionals from impostors.
As part of the visit, the delegation formally presented copies of the Institution’s Code of Conduct and the directory of registered members to the Commissioner of Police for official reference and institutional collaboration.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the Association of Private Practicing Surveyors of Nigeria, Surveyor (Pastor) Kayode Adekoya, assured the Commissioner of the profession’s robust internal disciplinary framework. He stated that any surveyor found engaging in unethical practices or conduct contrary to established regulations is subjected to stringent disciplinary measures, including possible revocation of professional license.
In his remarks, CP Bode Ojajuni underscored the critical role of the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors in national development. He noted that accurate surveying and mapping remain indispensable to infrastructural development, land administration, and the maintenance of peace and security within communities.
The Commissioner reaffirmed the Command’s readiness to collaborate with the Institution, particularly in the areas of intelligence sharing and public enlightenment. He further assured the delegation that the Command would sustain and honour all existing engagements and understandings established with the Institution under previous leadership, stressing his commitment to maintaining a strong and cordial professional relationship between both bodies.
CP Ojajuni also charged the Institution to intensify public sensitization campaigns against land grabbing and other land-related fraudulent activities. He described land disputes and illegal land transactions as significant threats to public peace and security, urging surveyors to play proactive roles in educating members of the public on preventive measures.
The visit concluded with an interactive session, mutual commitments towards deeper collaboration, and group photographs.
