Olayinka Olabode Ajide
Senior Police Officer
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About
Seasoned and result-oriented Senior Police Officer (Assistant Superintendent of Police) with over 30 years of progressive experience in law enforcement, public safety management, and strategic security operations. Proven expertise in crime prevention, investigation, community policing, crisis management, and VIP protection. Adept at supervising multi-level teams, coordinating with diverse stakeholders, and maintaining peace and order under challenging environments.
A proactive leader with integrity, discipline, and commitment to excellence seeking to leverage extensive security leadership and administrative experience in a senior management role within Nigeria’s public or private security sector
Experience
Divisional Police Officer (DPO)
Nigeria Police Force — 2023–Present
- Supervise over 80 police personnel; oversee administration, operations, and daily activities.
- Maintain peace, security, and public order within jurisdiction.
- Liaise between local communities and police authorities to build trust and collaboration.
- Prepare and submit daily situation reports to the Area Commander and Commissioner of Police.
Nigeria Police Force — 2009–2023
- Directed crime detection, investigation, and prevention within assigned divisions.
- Reviewed, vetted, and charged case files; ensured community policing was effective.
- Conducted stakeholder security meetings and implemented crime-reduction strategies.
United Nations Mission in Darfur (UNAMID), Sudan — 2007–2009
- Led security and investigation operations in IDP camps in volatile areas.
- Conducted patrols, wrote incident reports, and protected lives and property.
- Fostered peacebuilding through inter-community dialogue and safety awareness campaigns.
Nigeria Police Force — 2004–2007
- Coordinated patrol teams and responded to emergency distress calls.
- Managed riot control, VIP escort operations, and peace restoration in crisis areas.
Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos — 2015–2018
- Oversaw internal and external hotel security operations.
- Ensured safety of guests and assets through risk assessment and crime prevention measures.
- Provided expert security advice to management and liaised with local police authorities.
Education
B.Sc. Bachelor of Arts
University of Ilorin, Kwara State — 1992–1996
Higher School Certificate (HSC)
Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin — 1988–1990
West African School Certificate
Oke-Ode Grammar School, Oke-Ode — 1983–1988
