By Blessing Oziwo
Osun State has unveiled plans to introduce an advanced security surveillance system featuring artificial intelligence-enabled cameras, drones, radar and robotics as part of efforts to strengthen security across the state.
Key Highlights
- Osun plans a statewide surveillance system using AI cameras, drones, radar and robotics.
- The project will be handled by Chinese firm Hefei Shengwen Information Technology Company Limited.
- A central command and control centre will monitor activities around the clock.
- Coverage will include schools, banks, farms, mining sites, markets and motor parks.
- The cost and implementation timeline were not disclosed.
The initiative was disclosed in a statement by Olawale Rasheed, spokesperson for Governor Ademola Adeleke, following a meeting between the governor and executives of Hefei Shengwen Information Technology Company Limited, a Chinese firm handling the proposed project.
The company’s delegation was led by Cai Jianfei, Director of International Operations, and Nemo Guo, Manager of Overseas Operations.
The meeting focused on finalising details of the planned security initiative.
Central Command And Control Centre
According to Rasheed, the project will involve establishing a statewide security and intelligence platform monitored from a central command and control centre.
The system is expected to deploy drones, radar, AI-powered cameras, robotics and internet of things technology to collect information and monitor activities in real time around the clock.
The proposed initiative will also include a safe-school security programme and a decentralised mobile application through which residents can connect with the command and control centre.
Coverage is expected to extend to schools, banks, industries, farms, mining locations, commercial centres, bus parks and motor garages across major towns and key routes in Osun State.
During the meeting, Cai invited Adeleke to visit China for further discussions on the project, describing it as an inclusive initiative designed to strengthen the protection of residents and businesses.
Adeleke said his administration has already established a state security trust fund and is seeking to use modern technology to improve the state’s security architecture.
“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.
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Security Concerns In The South-West
The proposed project comes amid heightened security concerns in the South-West, following reports of intelligence warnings about possible terrorist movements into the region ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Adeleke had previously urged residents to report suspicious movements and unfamiliar individuals to security agencies without delay, particularly in border communities.
The call followed a meeting between the Department of State Services (DSS) and leaders of the Osun Muslim Community and the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), where religious leaders were reportedly briefed on intelligence concerning possible security threats in the region.
The state government’s proposed surveillance system is expected to support efforts to monitor security developments and improve coordination between residents and security agencies.
However, the statement did not specify the project’s cost, implementation timeline or expected completion date.
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