The Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa has explained the rationale behind the establishment of the Lagos State Neighborhood Safely Corps (LNSC).
Obasa noted that the security outfit was established to complement the efforts of the police and other security agencies in the state.
He maintained that LNSC was also created to provide valuable intelligence for crime prevention and facilitate the arrest of perpetrators of crimes.
According to a statement made available to journalists on Tuesday, Obasa while speaking at the The Expatriates Business Awards (TEBA), explained that the Assembly has made many efforts to ensure the safety and security of Nigerians and foreigners living in the state.
Obasa, while speaking further, maintained that the Assembly has enacted laws which have have created an enabling environment for businesses to grow.
He added these laws were enacted in order to attract investments, and foster sustainable economic growth in the state.
Obas said, “We also created the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps (LNSC) to assist and complement the police by providing valuable intelligence for crime prevention and facilitating the arrest of perpetrators of criminal activities in the state.
“As a centre for commerce, industry and innovation, we have built a state where expats report a high quality of life, enjoying many luxuries not accessible back at home, and businesses and tourism thrive.”
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