The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed more than 53,500 personnel nationwide to ensure a safe and hitch-free Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
Commandant General Abubakar Audi ordered the nationwide operation, directing that tactical operatives and intelligence squads be strategically positioned across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
The directive was disclosed in a statement on Wednesday by the corps’ spokesman, Babawale Afolabi, who said the move is aimed at strengthening security, tackling emerging threats, and protecting Critical National Assets and Infrastructure during the festive period.
“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 statement read.
“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.”
Audi also directed all Provosts of Colleges, Zonal Commanders, and State Commandants to ensure robust security coverage within their jurisdictions.
He disclosed that security has been intensified at key flashpoints, including shopping malls, prayer grounds, mosques, churches, motor parks, and recreational centres, with both uniformed and undercover operatives deployed.
“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.
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