The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has announced the deployment of over 53,500 personnel across the country as part of measures to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
The Commandant General of the corps, Abubakar Audi, gave the directive, stating that the deployment includes tactical operatives and intelligence squads strategically positioned across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
According to a statement on Wednesday by the NSCDC’s spokesman, Babawale Afolabi, Audi said the move is aimed at strengthening security nationwide, addressing emerging threats, and safeguarding Critical National Assets and Infrastructure during the festive period.
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“As this year’s Eid-el-Fitr celebration approaches, the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Abubakar Audi, has ordered the deployment of over 53,500 personnel comprising tactical operatives and intelligence squads across the country to strengthen security and ensure a hitch-free festive season.
“The deployment cuts across all 36 states of the federation and the FCT, Abuja, as part of proactive measures to tackle emerging security challenges and effectively safeguard all CNAI,” the statement read.
Audi also directed all Provosts of Colleges, Zonal Commanders, and State Commandants to ensure adequate security coverage within their jurisdictions.
He noted that security had been intensified at identified flashpoints, including shopping malls, Eid prayer grounds, mosques, churches, motor parks, and recreational centres, where both uniformed and undercover operatives have been stationed.
“Identified flashpoints such as shopping malls, Eid prayer grounds, mosques, churches, motor parks, recreation centres, and other public spaces are to be closely monitored and manned by both uniformed and undercover operatives in order to nip any criminal activity in the bud.
“The Commandant General further emphasised the need for intensified routine patrols and sustained synergy with other security agencies through effective information sharing and swift response to emergency situations reported by members of the public,” he said.
On Tuesday, the FG declared Thursday and Friday as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid el-Fitr, which signifies the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
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