Adeleke Partners Chinese Firm on Statewide Security Project, Warns of Terror Threat

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has announced plans for a comprehensive security project in partnership with Chinese technology firm Hefei Shengwen Information Technology Company Limited to strengthen security across the state.

 

The project, which is expected to deploy drones, radar, artificial intelligence-enabled cameras and other advanced technologies, was disclosed in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, and obtained in Osogbo on Tuesday.

 

According to Rasheed, Adeleke and executives of the Chinese firm met to discuss and finalise details of the proposed initiative.

 

The company’s delegation was led by its Director of International Operations, Cai Jianfei, and Manager of Overseas Operations, Nemo Guo.

 

The spokesperson said the project would establish a state-of-the-art security and intelligence system, with a Command and Control Centre to monitor security developments across Osun.

 

“The system involves wide application of drones, radar, artificial intelligence-enabled cameras, robotics, and internet-of-things spread throughout the state, gathering information and monitoring events in real time, 24/7,” the statement said.

 

The initiative would also include a safe-school project and a decentralised mobile application that would enable residents to communicate directly with the Command and Control Centre.

 

According to the statement, the proposed security infrastructure would cover schools, banks, industries, farms, mining sites, commercial centres, bus parks and motor garages across major towns and key routes in the state.

 

Speaking at the meeting, Cai invited Adeleke to undertake a working visit to China, describing the project as an inclusive initiative designed to strengthen the capacity of the state government to protect residents and businesses.

 

Adeleke said his administration had already established a State Security Trust Fund, adding that the proposed initiative would deploy modern technology to improve security.

 

“Our plan is to create an inclusive security platform that will fully secure and protect our people. From schools, hospitals, businesses and border communities, this initiative is a strategic option,” the governor said.

 

He urged residents to promptly report suspicious movements and individuals to security agencies.

 

In a related development, Adeleke has raised concerns over intelligence reports suggesting that terrorists may be planning to move into South-Western states to cause unrest and discourage voter participation ahead of the 2027 general elections.

 

According to a separate statement by Rasheed, the warning was conveyed to religious leaders during a meeting with the governor.

 

Adeleke urged residents, particularly those in border communities, to remain vigilant and alert security agencies to any unusual influx of unfamiliar persons.

 

The governor said timely information from residents would help security agencies respond to potential threats and protect lives and property.