The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed over 57,000 officers across the country ahead of the Easter celebrations to strengthen security and ensure a peaceful holiday period.
The Commandant General of the NSCDC, Abubakar Audi, approved the nationwide mobilisation, which includes specialised tactical units and intelligence operatives tasked with protecting lives, property and critical national assets.
According to a statement on Thursday by the Corps’ National Public Relations Officer, Afolabi Babawale, the deployment will cover all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory as part of proactive measures to address potential security threats during the festive period.
He noted that high-traffic locations such as churches, shopping complexes, parks and recreational centres would be placed under strict surveillance, with both overt patrols and covert operatives deployed to prevent criminal activities.
Babawale said, “In anticipation of the upcoming Easter celebrations, the Commandant General of the NSCDC has sanctioned the mobilisation of over 57,000 officers.
” This massive deployment, which includes specialised tactical units and intelligence operatives, is designed to fortify national security and guarantee a peaceful holiday period for all citizens. The strategic operation spans all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
“It serves as a proactive measure to address potential security threats while ensuring the absolute protection of Critical National Assets and Infrastructure.”
Under the directive of the Commandant General, Zonal Commanders, State Commandants and Provosts of Colleges have been instructed to coordinate comprehensive security operations within their respective jurisdictions.
(Punch)
