NSCDC Boss Orders Detention Of Officers Accused Of Extortion

Following the directive of the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for an immediate investigation into an allegation of extortion involving officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, the Commandant General of the Corps, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi has ordered immediate detention of the officers.

The men were seen in a viral post allegedly extorting the sum of ₦5.2 million from a young man travelling from Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State to Akure, Ondo State.

In a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the Corps Babawale Afolabi, the CG condemned their conduct, describing it as unprofessional, which contravenes the Code of Ethics and Standard Operating Procedure of the Corps.

He further directed that the culprits be brought down to the National headquarters, Abuja for detention, to pave way for the disciplinary committee set up to carry out a full scale investigation into the alleged extortion report as directed by the Minister of Interior.

The Corps helmsman hinted that the management of the Corps awaits the outcome of the investigation and promised to deal decisively with the officers according to the Public Service Rules if they are found guilty of the alleged offence.

He urged the public not to be deterred in relating with the Corps and giving necessary information that could help to serve them better without intimidation, harassment or extortion of any citizens of the country.

The NSCDC Boss reassured that he would not shield anyone found culpable of corrupt practices or any form of compromise, but would make them accountable for their individual actions by facing appropriate sanctions to serve as a deterrent to others.

PR/Nkiru Njemanze