Lagos state security structure booms as Nigeria’s leading automobile conglomerate and exclusive distributor of GAC Motor, Wuling and JMC as CIG Motors group has donated 10 operational vehicles worth over N300million to the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) towards the support of security operations.
The donated vehicles which include four Wuling N111 vehicles, three Wuling XC250 vehicles and three JMC Vigus pickup trucks were formally presented at the international headquarters of the company in Victoria Island, Lagos by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of CIG Motors Group and GAC Nigeria, Chief Diana Chen, and received by the Executive Secretary and CEO of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, Dr. Ayodele Ogunsan.
The donated vehicles are expected to support security operations and logistics across the state. Dr. Ogunsan commended Chen and CIG Motors for their commitment to bettering Lagos’ security architecture, expressed appreciation towards the donations, while highligting that it represents their confidence in the state.
“We commend Chief Diana Chen and the CIG Motors Group for their sustained commitment to Lagos State. This is not the Group’s first intervention, and that consistency distinguishes CIG Motors as a dependable private-sector partner.” He said
“Effective security requires strong collaboration between government and business, and this donation will contribute to keeping Lagos safe, stable and economically competitive,” he added.
He then assured the company of proper maintenance of the vehicles and maximization for operational impact across the state.
Meanwhile, Chen also reiterated the company’s commitment to bettering the security infrastructure of Lagos and Nigeria at large, promising to continue the support.
“Today, CIG Motors is proud to donate 10 operational vehicles worth over ₦300 million to the Lagos State Security Trust Fund in support of the men and women working every day to keep Lagos safe.
“Lagos is Nigeria’s commercial capital and one of Africa’s most important economic centres. Protecting Lagos means protecting livelihoods, enterprise, opportunity and the economic future of our nation.
“This donation is, therefore, not simply the presentation of 10 vehicles, it is an investment in faster response, stronger security operations and greater confidence in the institutions responsible for protecting Lagos and its people.” She said.
She also made reference to past donations by the company towards Lagos’ security, reassuring stakeholders of the company’s unyielding commitment.
“Our previous interventions and today’s donation reflect our commitment to the security and prosperity of Lagos State. When Lagos is safer, businesses can grow, jobs are protected and communities prosper. Supporting security is an investment in the future of the state and everyone who lives or conducts business here.” she added