The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Olusola Odumosu, PhD, has ordered the deployment of 3000 personnel in the FCT to enforce law and order as well as ensure a peaceful celebration of Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.
According to a statement by the spokesperson of the Corps in the FCT, DSC Monica Ojobi, the deployment of officers and men cuts across specialised departments and units of the Corps, including Arms Squad, Female Strike Force, Crack Squad, Agro Rangers, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNE), and Counter Terrorism Unit.
‘There is also massive deployment to volatile areas and soft targets such as shopping malls, recreational centres, markets, motor parks, amusement parks and areas housing Critical National Assets and Infrastructure,’ the statement said.
‘In a move to ensure proactiveness and prevent emergencies or unforeseen circumstances, men of our undercover unit have already been deployed for covert operations and surveillance.
‘Black spots like uncompleted buildings that harbour criminals are also covered to avert security breaches.’
Dr Odumosu also gave matching orders to all Area Commanders and Divisional Officers to ensure their respective area councils are on top of their game and ensure their presence is felt to avoid security hitches.
‘I will not tolerate any form of security breaches; all hands must be on deck; ensure your personnel comply wholeheartedly,’ the statement quoted him as saying.