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NAOSNP Begins 2025 Week, to Host National Conference, Workshop, Exhibition, Others
The National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP) has released a list of activities scheduled to take place as it prepares to host the annual NAOSNP WEEK 2025 which feature its flagship conference, NAOSNP National Security Conference and Awards, NAOSNP Workshop for Media Practitioners on security reporting, NAOSNP Walk Against Cultism, Drug Abuse and Domestic Violence, NAOSNP for Cleaner Lagos, NAOSNP Un-penned Party among others.
The NAOSNP National Security Conference has over the years become the largest media-organized security conference, gathering top public and private stakeholders in Nigeria’s security architecture.
The Association, reputed to assemble to best of Security reporters and publishers, noted via a statement signed by the Chairman of the Publicity Sub-Committee, who doubles as the Public Relations Officer of the Association, Mr. Eric Elezuo, that a host of mouthwatering events have been lined up for the security renewal of the Nigerian society.
The statement emphasized that that the pot pourri of social and security based activities will be on display ranging from cleaning up exercise in selected areas of Lagos State, media workshop, Juma’at and Church thanksgiving services, a get-together and not forgetting the major conference and awards where distinguished speakers, security experts and contributors have been lined up to provide insight into the much needed security networking for the nation. The conference comes with a theme; Securing and Safeguarding Nigeria’s Economic Resources: A Call to Serve.
Speaking on the 2025 NAOSNP activities, the President of the Association, Mr. Samson Oki, noted that “this year’s conference has been expanded to accommodate much more to further boost security networking, enhance intelligence policing and enrich community relationships, thereby making it a week-long activity
“We at NAOSNP understand the importance of security and safety, and year in and out, we have taken it upon ourselves in inform Nigerians about the happenings around them as well as measures being employed by both government and private agencies to boost policing and intelligence gathering using time tested and trusted experts across all divides.
“We will not only talk this year; we will find time to unwind with experts in the industry, clean up designated areas in our headquarters state, Lagos, conduct veritable exhibition and give thanks to God Almighty in various worship centres.
“This year NAOSNP Week’s Theme: “Securing and Safeguarding Nigeria’s Economic Resources: A Call to Serve” is in line with our zeal to ‘Build Peace and Strong Institutions’ as the United Nations SDG 16 envisions. We aim for a Nigeria where
all forms of crime and violence is reduced, matters of corruption are addressed, transparency and accountability is
promoted in the use of the country’s vast economic resources, the president said.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the 2025 Planning Committee, Mr. Samuel Awoyinfa, promised a wholesome activity for every participant, urging all Nigerians to come out enmasse as another opportunity to learn the rudiments of security beckons, especially when a photo exhibition to celebrate the efforts of officers across security agencies is held
“Also, as part of activities during the NAOSNP Conference to mark The NAOSNP Week, the association will be showcasing a ‘Photo Exhibition.’ This is to celebrate the yeoman efforts of the security agencies men and women in the course of their duties to fatherland. It encompasses images spanning several decades, across all cadres of
security agencies in Nigeria from pre-Independence era to the current. We call on members of the public to turn up in their numbers to give honour to those honour are due,” the chairman noted.
The 2025 NAOSNP Week-long activities are expected to holt between October 15 and 21 with the flagship National Conference and Awards taking place at the prestigious Oriental Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos.
At a time when concerns over youth involvement in crimes, cultism and other vices, continue to reverberate across communities in Lagos, the Executive Secretary/CEO of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, has issued a firm and unequivocal charge to young people and community advocates to uphold integrity and reject all forms of social vices.
Speaking at a strategic implementation meeting with members of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund Campaign Against Crimes, Cultism and Other Vices (LSSTF-CACCOV), led by its State Coordinator, Dr. Moses Oladimeji, Ogunsan stressed that the success of any security intervention rests heavily on the moral standing and personal discipline of those entrusted with its execution.
During the meeting, the LSSTF CEO also announced that the Agency’s
prevention initiative against Crimes, Cultism and Other Vices, LSSTF-CACCOV will be addressing thousands of students at its Flagship Youth Security Awareness and Orientation Campaign at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) in May, 2026. This will be immediately followed by another youth campaign focused on Cybersecurity and Digital Security.
In a strongly worded address, he cautioned members of the Committee against any conduct capable of tarnishing the credibility of the initiative: “You, yourselves, must rise above board. No one must accuse you of defrauding them; the moment we hear it, you are off. I don’t want anyone to bring disrepute to this organization. We will publicly disclaim you if you do so. You have to work on yourself. This goes beyond you personally to those you relate with. You have a friend and the friend is a cultist; no, you are not supposed to be there.”
The LSSTF-CACCOV initiative represents a preventive, community-driven approach to tackling insecurity by engaging youths constructively and steering them away from crime, cultism, and other destructive behaviors. In Lagos, the city regarded as Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre and West Africa’s economic hub, stakeholders have consistently underscored the direct link between security and economic productivity. Youths, who constitute a significant portion of the population, remain central to this equation.
Dr. Ogunsan further urged young people across Lagos to remain vigilant and proactive in safeguarding their communities, emphasizing the importance of reporting suspicious activities and fostering a culture of accountability. According to him, sustainable development cannot thrive in an atmosphere of fear and lawlessness.
Responding on behalf of the Committee spearheading the crime prevention initiative of LSSTF, Dr. Oladimeji reaffirmed the group’s commitment to grassroots engagement and behavioral reorientation among youths: “We understand that the issues of crime and cultism are concerns that worry every community. So, the initiative is a preventive approach to positively engage youths to resist vices, cultism, and crime, so that we can all live in a peaceful environment. Because if businesses will thrive and careers will grow, security will be of major importance.”
Security experts have long noted that investment in youth development, including through education, mentorship, entrepreneurship, and gainful engagement, remains one of the most effective tools for crime prevention. By positioning young people as both stakeholders and ambassadors of peace, LSSTF-CACCOV aims to reshape community narratives and reinforce the values of responsibility, productivity, and lawful conduct.
Present at the strategic implementation meeting are the Executive Secretary/CEO, LSSTF Dr Ayodele Ogunsan; Director of Administration, LSSTF, Mr. Adegbola Lewis; Executive Assistant, LSSTF, Mrs. Adaobi Nwankwo; State Coordinator, Lagos State Security Trust Fund Campaign Against Crime, Cultism and Other Vices (LSSTF-CACCOV), Dr. Moses Oladimeji; Assistant State Coordinator/General Secretary, LSSTF-CACCOV, Uzezi Akinwoleola; Head, Human Resources and Training, LSSTF-CACCOV, Prominence Promise; Head, Education, Advocacy and Empowerment, LSSTF-CACCOV, Joseph Akinwoleola; Head, Media, Press and Public Relations, LSSTF-CACCOV, Taiwo Idris; and Head, Strategy, Digital Communication, and Technology, Olugbogi Nathanael
A man whose identity had not been established at the time of filing this report was rescued after reportedly attempting to jump into the Lagos Lagoon from a bridge.
Eyewitnesses said the individual parked his vehicle on the bridge before entering the water, prompting alarm among passersby.
The situation was, however, swiftly brought under control as local fishermen in the area intervened and pulled him out of the lagoon, preventing what could have resulted in a fatal outcome.
A video capturing the rescue surfaced on social media on Wednesday, shared by Isaac Fayose, who expressed concern over the incident and called on Nigerians to pay closer attention to the well-being of those around them.
“Please, check on your family and friends. This just happened today. Who knows what went wrong,” he wrote.
As of the time of this report, the circumstances leading to the incident remain unclear, while authorities have yet to provide an official account.
The Lagos State Police Command had also not issued any confirmation of the incident.
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