FCT: NSCDC Deploys 3,500 Personnel For Hitch Free Easter

The Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Dr Olusola Odumosu has ordered the deployment of 3,500 Personnel across the nooks and crannies of the FCT.

This is to ensure law and order ahead of the Easter Celebrations.

Addressing officers and men of the Command, Odumosu said the deployment is in a bid to provide adequate security for Critical National Assets and Infrastructure in the FCT, as well as protect lives and property of residents during and after the Easter celebration.

Accordingto him, the deployment cuts across departments and units such as operations, Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI), Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Explosives (CBRNE), Mines and Steel, Special Duty, Special Protection Unit (SPU), Anti Vandals, and other Special Forces like the Female Strike Force, Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU), Arms Squad, and Operation Adakasu amongst others.

The Commandant maintained that the security of the FCT during this festive period is sacrosanct, hence, the need for massive deployment to vulnerable locations and soft targets such as churches, shopping malls, recreational centres, markets, motor parks, amusement parks, the city gate, 3 Arms Zone and others.

He added that all government buildings and areas housing Critical National Assets and Infrastructure must be manned to avoid any type of vandalism which is usually rife during festive periods.

“The government has given us a responsibility to protect lives and property, maintain peace, order and to keep miscreants and criminals at bay.”

He further directed that covert operations should commence immediately for surveillance of various blackspots and uncompleted buildings where criminals hibernate in the city to prevent any form of surprises, emergency situations or unforseen circumstances.

Dr Odumosu assured residents and visitors to the Capital City of a hitch free Easter celebration as security would be emplaced adequately within and around the city, including the six Areas Councils.

The FCT Commandant also gave matching orders to all Area Commanders and Divisional Officers to ensure that their various Area Commands and Divisions are on top of their game and ensure that their presence is felt everywhere to avoid security breeches.

He charged all officers and men of the Command to be of good conduct and work in synergy with other security agencies and adhere strictly to the rules of engagement.

Odumosu, urges residents of the FCT to play their part in ensuring the safety of the territory by being vigilant.

He wishes all Christians in the FCT a joyous celebration and prayed for peace, prosperity, and the well-being of the nation.

PR/Nkiru Njemanze