Security

NSCDC Assures Oyo State Residents of Adequate Security

By Web News 740

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command has guaranteed a safer atmosphere during the yuletide season.

This is contained in a statement signed in Ibadan by the Corps’ Public Relations Officer, Mr Oluwole Olusegun.

NSCDC Commandant in the state, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya, assures the residents on the preparedness of the Corps towards the incoming festive period that no stone will be left unturned in order to protect them maximally.

Mr Akinsanya says he has directed all the Area Commanders, Divisional Officers and personnel of the corps to intensify security coverage within the nooks and crannies of the state to maintain a peaceful coexistence among people.

He also reiterates his command’s commitment to provide adequate security of lives and property in order to make the Christmas and New Year Festival a crime free period for the citizens of the state.

The commandant enjoins the people of the state to go about their various businesses legitimately and be security-conscious at all times.

Mr Akinsanya therefore called on parents and guardians to caution their wards against the use of fireworks like banger to avoid fire disaster as the harmattan season has set in.

He stressed further that in-case of distress the command has rolled out numbers to call and they are 09055533303, 08077513995, and 09070473188 for prompt response.

NSCDC boss emphasized to the officers and men of the corps on the need to see the citizens as their neighbours and to always be civil and professional while discharging their duties.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

Effective Mother-Child Communication Aids Early Detection Of Abuse – Expert

By Web News 736

Effective communication between mother and child has been identified as a key factor to early detection of sexual and gender-based violence in children.

A public speaker, Mr Anthony Fasehun stated this in a lecture entitled “Responding to the crime of child defilement” at a 2-day seminar organised by Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command.

Our correspondent, Rasheedah Makinde, captured the moment for Radio Nigeria.

Mr Fasheun said building a bond between parents and children would enhance cordial relationship that would encourage an open communication to avoid keeping sexual violence secret.

He noted that sound parenting education was key if there would be a stop to any form of violence towards children, especially the girl-child.

Mr Fasheun opined that monitoring the character and movement of children would build support and awareness among all stakeholders in order to ensure adequate protection.

Another speaker, Mrs Ibukun Otesile said the role of community in preventing children from sexual and gender violence could not be overemphasised.

She said people should shun the act of shielding sexual violence suspects but work collectively with relevant stakeholders to reduce the menace to the barest minimum.

Mrs Otesile added that the community should always encourage and support victims of child violence to the nearest hospital for prompt attention.

Some mothers at the conference expressed appreciation and promised readiness to support the law and protect their children against any form of violence.

Contributing, the guest of honour, wife of Oyo State governor, Mrs Omini Makinde who spoke through the Senior Special Adviser to the Governor on Diaspora, Mrs Bolanle Sarumi-Aliu, said mothers should deploy all means possible to protect their children and safeguard their tomorrow.

Mrs Makinde therefore called on government at all levels to partner the relevant stakeholders in collectively fight against Sexual and Gender Based Violence, SGDV.

Earlier, while declaring the conference open, NSCDC commandant in Oyo state, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya, said the conference became imperative in order to sensitive the public on what to do reduce the menace.

The two day capacity building programme with the theme “Responding to the crime of the child defilement” featured different activities including presentation of award to some distinguished officers of the NSCDC.

Rasheedah Makinde

Politics

Credible Elections Requires Adequate Security – OYSIEC Chairman

By Web News 744

Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission, OYSIEC, has stressed the importance of adequate security in ensuring credible elections.

Chairman, OYSIEC, Aare Isiaka Olagunju stated this during a courtesy visit to the office of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State, Ibadan, to familiarise with the security apparatus ahead of local government election in the state.

While reiterating the commitment of the commission to conduct an election that would be free of voter harassment and intimidation, Aare Olagunju noted that such could not be achieved without the collaboration of security agencies, hence the need for the visit.

Aare Olagunju, added that the commission would not relent in its awareness and advocacy drive on the importance of massive participation of the citizens of Oyo State at the electoral process at the grassroots.

In a remark, the State Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Alhaji Iskilu Akinsanya, assured the populace of security of lives and property before, during and after the conduct of local government council polls.

He encouraged the commission to always update the corps about its activities for them to play their role as expected.

Adedayo Adelowo

Crime

Oyo NSCDC Nab Three over Cattle Rustling

By Web News 756

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command has paraded three suspected cattle thieves.

NSCDC, Commandant in Oyo state Alhaji Iskilu Akinsanya made this at the Corps Headquarters, Agodi Ibadan.

Alhaji Iskilu said the Agro Ranger team of the corps at Bolorundoro Village of Orire Local Government made arrest at Kara Market in Ogbomosho for the theft of two cows valued at five hundred thousand naira belonging to one Mohammed Bello.

Though the suspects, Aliu Beidu, Buba Bello and Shatari Buba confessed to the crime levelled against them and pleaded for leniency.

Commandant Akinsanya stated further that the suspects will be arraigned in court after the conclusion of the investigation. 

The NSCDC boss however warned those that are in habit of theft, cattle rustling and other criminal vices to vacate Oyo State as anybody caught will face the full wrath of the law.

He called on good people of the state to support the NSCDC by giving vital information to curb crime.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

Operate within the ambit of the law – Oyo NSCDC boss tells private guard companies

By Web News 876

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command is set to arrest and prosecute illegal private guard company operators and employees in the State.

NSCDC Commandant in Oyo State, Alhaji Iskilu Akinsanya made this known at the State Command Headquarters, Agodi, Ibadan while handing over an operating security license to some new private security practitioners.

Alhaji Akinsanya said the public should not patronize illegal private guards in their homes and at the place of work to prevent insecurity and security compromise.

He said the illegal private security operations in the state are dangerous and could cause damage to people’s lives and property, hence the need for people to verify before employing them.

The State Commandant noted that the task force on illegal private guards from Private Guard Company Department will be moving around the state to check Companies with expired license, or that are operating illegally in the state.

Commandant Akinsanya therefore advised the private security operators to always comply with the NSCDC regulations and renew their license as at when due in order not to face the wrath of law.

The NSCDC boss called on the public to always notify the command by giving adequate information on how to curb crime in the state.

Rasheedah Makinde

Crime

UTME: Oyo NSCDC Nabs 2 over Impersonation

By Web News 846

The long arm of the law has caught up with two students today for impersonation during the UTME session at Sunshine High School, NTC road Ibadan. 

The suspected impersonators are Kamar Segun 18 years and Omotola Olayinka, 20 years old.

While speaking with journalists at the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command, the two suspects confessed to have planned the impersonation by gaining entrance into the centre but were caught by security man of the school.

Segun and Olayinka thereby pleaded for leniency and promised never to get involved in examination malpractice, impersonation, or any other negative act.

While parading the suspects, NSCDC Commandant in Oyo state, Alhaji Iskilu Akinsanya said the command had partnered with Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB to collectively fight against examination malpractice and any other related matters.

NSCDC boss who called on parents and guardians to always monitor and tutor their children and wards against examinations malpractice noted that anybody caught in the act would face the wrath of the law.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

Rescue Victims of Accidents First, Don’t… – Oyo NSCDC Boss

By Web News 1129

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC has called on people who are fond of taking pictures of accident victims instead of rescuing them to desist or face the consequences.

NSCDC Commandant in Oyo state, Alhaji Iskilu Akinsanya stated this at a workshop in commemorating this year’s International Civil Defence Organisation Day.

Alhaji Akinsanya said apart from the relevant stakeholders and security personnel, the public should also cultivate the habit of rescuing accident or natural disaster victims to reduce the death rate in the country.

Alhaji Akinsanya also solicited the genuine commitment of the officers and men of the corps whenever they find themselves in accident scenes by rendering necessary action.

Every First of March is set aside to commemorate the international civil defence organisation day.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

FRCN’s Rasheedah Makinde, Others Bag NSCDC Award

By Web News 963

A staff of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal station, Rasheedah Makinde has bagged, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC’s award in the year 2019.

Rasheedah Makinde (Right) while receiving her award

The award was in recognition of exceptional contributions to the progress of NSCDC, in Oyo state through balanced and up-to-date report of activities of the corps.

Receiving the award, Rasheedah Makinde who appreciated NSCDC for acknowledging her dedication and commitment, said the gesture would spur her to do more in the field of journalism. 

Earlier, NSCDC commandant in Oyo state, Alhaji Iskilu Akinsanya during the End of the Year Party and Award Ceremony, said the award was part of mechanisms of the corps to appreciate members of the fourth estate of the realm.

Alhaji Iskilu added that the command would not relent on its oars at ensuring and maintaining a peaceful atmosphere in the New Year.

Other awardees included Sulaiman Shehu of News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, Kayode Oladosu of NTA, Mrs. Abiola Olowe of Voice of Nigeria, VON and Mr. Kunle Ojo of Galaxy TV.

 Rasheedah Makinde/Adedayo Adelowo