The Lagos State Police Command is mourning the loss of CSP Matilda Ngbaronye, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Festac Division, who passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, after undergoing surgery at Mayriamville Medical Centre, Bode Thomas, Surulere, Lagos.
In a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, the late Ngbaronye was described as a diligent, disciplined, and committed officer, whose humane approach to policing fostered stronger trust between the police and the community she served.
“Until her passing, she was known for her diligence, discipline, and commitment to duty. Her friendly disposition and humane approach to policing greatly helped to bridge the gap between the Police and the public she dutifully served. At no time was she found wanting in the discharge of her responsibilities,” the statement read.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Olohondare Jimoh, alongside officers and men of the Command, expressed deep sorrow over her passing, describing it as a rude shock to the entire police family.
“The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohondare Jimoh, and all officers and men of the Command commiserate with her family and aged mother on this irreparable loss. The CP has personally reached out to her husband and her elder brother, who is a priest, to extend the Command’s heartfelt condolences and support during this difficult time,” the statement added.
The Command noted that details of Ngbaronye burial arrangements will be announced in due course.
