The Lagos State Police Command has announced that its Explosives Ordnance Disposal, Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (EOD-CBRN) Unit will carry out a simulation exercise in the Eko Atlantic City area.
According to a statement posted on the Command’s official X handle on Wednesday, the drill is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen security preparedness and enhance emergency response capabilities within the state. The exercise will involve a mock scenario of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonation and response, designed to test the readiness of specialised police units in handling potential threats.
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Source: New Telegraph News
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