AS part of security arrangements for Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary celebrations, on October 1, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory Command, said it has deployed 3,000 personnel across the Federal Capital.
A statement signed by the FCT CDPRO, DSC Monica Ojobi, on Tuesday, noted that the deployment, ordered by the FCT Commandant, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, was designed to strengthen security, maintain law and order, protect lives and property before, during and after the anniversary celebrations.
Personnel drawn from specialised units of the Corps including the Arms Squad, Female Strike Force, Crack Squad, Agro Rangers, Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Explosives (CBRNE) Unit and Counter-Terrorism Unit are participating in the operation.
The command said the operation would cover strategic locations and areas considered vulnerable to security breaches, including shopping malls, markets, motor parks, amusement and recreational centres, as well as Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI) across the nation’s capital.
According to the statement, the Commandant has also activated the Corps’ undercover operatives for covert surveillance and intelligence-gathering, with particular attention being paid to locations regarded as potential hideouts for criminals.
Uncompleted buildings and other identified black spots across the FCT were also being monitored as part of measures to prevent criminal activities and possible security breaches, the Command noted.
Odumosu has directed Area Commanders and Divisional Officers to maintain a strong operational presence in their respective Area Councils and ensure that personnel remain alert throughout the celebration period.
The Commandant warned that “As usual, I will not tolerate any form of security breach. All hands must be on deck. Ensure your personnel comply wholesomely”.
