LETI – Lagos State Ministry of Justice

PRESS RELEASE: LAGOS DEPUTY GOVERNOR CELEBRATES OVER 5000 NEWLY TRAINED LAE ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS

Posted on December 16, 2024

Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, recently celebrated the graduation of 5,803 law enforcement officers at the Lagos State Law Enforcement Training Institute (LETI) Passing Out Parade held at the LASTMA Annex Office, Oshodi. The Deputy Governor ably represented by the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, noted Lagos as Africa’s 5th largest economy and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to staff welfare and professional development. “LETI’s training programs have greatly improved grassroots governance, with past participants earning community trust through their professionalism. The new graduates are expected to uphold and surpass these standards”, He said. Dr. Hamzat commended LETI for improving law enforcement professionalism and trusted the new graduates to excel in their roles. He stressed the need for public cooperation, noting that security efforts succeed with community support. In his keynote address, Lagos State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro, SAN, praised LETI for its professionalism, commitment, and adherence to its mandate. He asserted the government’s focus on equipping officers with the necessary skills, ensuring no one is assigned duties without proper training. The Attorney-General highlighted the new LETI law signed by Governor Sanwo-Olu, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to law and order. LETI CEO, Mrs. Abiola Adeyinka, urged the officers to prioritize integrity and professionalism, thanking Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for supporting the Institute. The ceremony highlighted the officers’ training in emotional intelligence, professionalism, and use of force, enhancing their capacity to maintain peace and order in Lagos State.

PRESS RELEASE: LETI CONCLUDES Y2024 ANNUAL TRAINING EXERCISE

Posted on September 11, 2024

The Lagos State Law Enforcement Training Institute (LETI) under the Lagos Ministry of Justice, has successfully concluded its 2024 annual mandatory training exercise, which commenced on July 25th and ended on August 10th, 2024 at the Ikeja Senior Grammar School, Bolade, Oshodi, Lagos. Speaking at the Opening ceremony, CEO LETI, Barr. Abiola Adewumi Adeyinka emphasized the importance of continuous professional development of law enforcement officers in the State, noting that the training program was designed to equip officers with necessary skills to navigate the evolving challenges of law enforcement in Lagos State. Barr. Adeyinka stressed the need for officers to prioritize ethical conduct, effective communication and community engagement which are key components in building public trust. She encouraged officers to make the most of the training and reminded them of their responsibility to uphold the rule of law while ensuring the safety and rights of all individuals in the State. The Y2024 training focused on equipping law enforcement officers with enhanced skills and knowledge in key areas such as de-escalation techniques, community policing, human rights, interpersonal relations, public relations, and ethical conduct. Officers also participated in practical drills, role-playing scenarios, and simulations to reinforce their understanding of legal frameworks and best practices in law enforcement. The program emphasized the critical role of community engagement, ethical behavior, and sensitivity when handling complex situations. These insights are expected to significantly improve how officers interact with the public and manage difficult situations, promoting trust and cooperation between law enforcement and the community. At the closing ceremony, Barr. Abiola Adewunmi Adeyinka, expressed her gratitude to the heads of all law enforcement agencies for ensuring their officers participated in this mandatory training. She reaffirmed the Lagos State Government’s commitment to continuously investing in the training and retraining of its law enforcement personnel. Participating officers included representatives from various agencies such as the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Lagos State Neighborhood Safety Corps (LNSC), Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI), Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS), and the Central Business District (CBD) enforcement officers.

LETI HOSTS MEMBERS OF LAGOS HOUSE COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY

Posted on April 29, 2024

The Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, Public Petitions and LASIEC, as part of its oversight functions, paid a working visit to the Lagos State Law Enforcement Training Institute (LETI). The purpose of the visit, according to the Chairman of the House Committee, was to familiarise members of the Committee with the activities, objectives and challenges of the Agency as well as to promote the existing cordial relationship between the Committee and the Institute. He added that the Committee also wish to carry out a thorough inspection of the facilities of the Institute, to know and interact with the leadership, exchange ideas on the challenges being faced by the Institute and how to offer the needed support where necessary. The Chairman averred that the present Administration of Mr. Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu is committed to alleviating and finding solutions to myriads of problems faced by any Agency and to find solutions to alleviate such problems in earnest. Hon, Ajomale, however, commended the efforts and proactiveness of the Head of the Institute in ensuring that the Agency is well grounded despite the challenges they are currently undergoing. In her remarks, Mrs. Abiola Adeyinka, the Head of the Lagos State Law Enforcement Training Institute (LETI), reiterated the need for a proper and well-furnished office space which the Governor had approved. She also solicited the support of the Committee to ensure that the Institute’s planned projects are achieved in the shortest possible time. She emphasised that the progress of the Institute will give a good public perception and impact positively the THEMES Plus Agenda of the present Administration. Representatives of the State Law Enforcement Agencies present during the visit include LASTMA, LNSC, KAI and the CBD (Central Business District).