Security

Easter: We’ve taken proactive steps to boost security – Delta NSCDC Boss

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The Delta State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, says the force has deployed over two thousand personnel across the twenty-five local government areas to maintain the peace during the Easter celebration.

This was contained in a press release on the modalities for a peaceful Easter festivity in the area, which is signed by the Command Public Relations Officer, DSC Emeka Okwechime.

The statement notes that the order by the State Commandant of NSCDC, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya, was a proactive step to sustain the peaceful environment in the state, and in line with the mandate of the Corps to protect lives, property and critical national infrastructure.

The statement points out that a total of two thousand four hundred and eighteen officers, were drafted into the tactical squad, the anti-vandal unit and counterterrorism units.

Others are the Rapid Response Unit and men from the Department of Intelligence and Investigation.

It urges the Commanders of the area commands and divisions in the three senatorial districts of the state to supervise the mission in accordance with best global practices.

Oghenero Eghweree

Security

Oyo NSCDC Deploys 2,800 Officers Ahead Of LG Polls

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has deployed two thousand eight hundred personnel for the forthcoming local government elections fixed for Saturday in Oyo State. 

NSCDC commandant in Oyo State, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya stated this at the Command’s State Headquarters, Agodi, Ibadan during a security briefing that encompasses all Divisional Officers across the 33 local governments and 35 LCDAs in the state. 

Mr. Akinsanya called on the general public in the state to support the government by participating without fear as the Corps is fully ready to protect lives and properties of the citizens of the State. 

He stressed that all officers and men of the corps will be on duty on Election Day as undercover officers, Agro Ranger and Counter terrorism Unit of the Corps will be deployed to all flash spots in the State. 

Meanwhile, Mr. Akinsanya has charged the officers and men of the corps that would work in 3,886 wards and 4,783 polling booths in the state to abide by the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission’s (OYSIEC) election guidelines and be good ambassadors of the NSCDC.

He also enjoined the traditional rulers, Baales, community leaders, religious leaders and landlords’ associations to warn their subjects, congregants and tenants to conduct themselves in a manner that would not bring violence to their vicinity. 

Commandant Akinsanya stated further that the command and other security agencies are ready to deal decisively with anyone attempting to breach the peace in the state during and after the local government elections. 

The Oyo State NSCDC Commandant, also enjoined the voters to observe all COVID-19 protocols during the election and conduct themselves in an orderly and peaceful manner during and after the election.

Mr Akinsanya added that, in case of emergency people could the contact control room through these mobile numbers, 09070473188, 08058268164, 08077513995, 09055533303 and 08160317637.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

Shasha: Oyo NSCDC Commandant Calls for Harmony

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, commandant in Oyo State, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya has called on Sheriki Shasha, Alhaji Haruna Maiyasin and Baale of the community, Chief Amusa Ajani to allow peace to reign in the Areas. 

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

It points out that Mr Iskilu Akinsanya made the call during a sensitization programme at the areas affected during Shasha market crises.

The NSCDC commandant explained that the programme became imperative to mark the 90th anniversary of the International Civil Defence organization, ICDO Day which comes up annually on March 1st.

Mr Iskilu Akinsanya, who was represented by Deputy Commandant, Mrs Modupe Olanitori, during the visit emphasized that living peaceful coexistence irrespective of tribes, religion and ethnics would go a long way at ensuring a peaceful atmosphere

He stressed that absence of peace in any nation could hinder growth and national development, hence the need for people to live and work together harmoniously.

The NSCDC boss encouraged the market traders and residents of Shasha to see the gesture of the state governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde in opening the market as a welcome development, which needed to be reciprocated by being law abiding and eschewing acrimony.

Places visited included all the areas affected during the Shasha crisis as well as the house of Baale Shasha, Chief Amusa Ajani.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

Oyo NSCDC Honours Its Outstanding Officers, Journalists

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has called for total and loyal commitment among its officers and men to collectively fight against the insecurity bedeviling the country.

NSCDC Commandant in Oyo State, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya stated this at the end of the year party of the command held at its headquarters, in Agodi Ibadan.

He said as the command is celebrating the outgoing year, distinguished officers have also been recognised for a job well done during the year.

Mr Iskilu said some gallant officers have been performing optimally, hence the need for others to cultivate the habit of working professional in other for them to be recognised.

The NSCDC Commandant in Oyo State said the officers that died in active service this year would always be remembered for their brave acts while alive.

While declaring the event open, NSCDC Deputy Commander General, Mr Shem Obafaiye said the command had performed optimally in the year 2020 despite numerous challenges.

Mr Obafaiye therefore urged the officers and men of the command not to rest on their oars in their efforts to bring crime and criminality to the barest minimum in Oyo State.

Some distinguished officers of NSCDC were recognised for their effectiveness while discharging their duty.

Also some journalists in Oyo State were also recognised for their prompt reportage including Rasheedah Makinde of Radio Nigeria.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

NSCDC Decorates Over 2,000 Officers In Oyo State

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Oyo State Command has decorated over two-thousand officers.

The officers were decorated at the NSCDC Headquarters, Agodi Ibadan by the Oyo State Commandant, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya.

Rasheedah Makinde captured the moment for Radio Nigeria.

The newly promoted officers were kitted in their uniforms and their expression showed a joyful mood as they are being calling one by one for the decoration.

The officers were decorated by the Oyo State Commandant of the corps, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya.

Two out of the newly promoted officers, Mrs Folasade Adegoke and Mr Soji Akingbade showed their appreciation to the Almighty and promised to put in more efforts in protecting lives and property of the citizens.

Contributing, NSCDC Commanding Officer, Mr Shem Obafaiye urged the newly promoted officers to always be committed and professional while discharging their duty.

While decorating the officers, NSCDC Commandant in Oyo State, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya urged them to remember that promotion comes with more responsibility, hence the need for them to work harder.

The NSCDC boss also reiterated the command’s efforts at ensuring a safe and sound yuletide celebrations as the command had deployed two thousand officers to strategic places for effective policing.

The occasion was graced with representatives of other security agencies as well as family and friends of the newly promoted officers.

Rasheedah Makinde

Crime

NSCDC Arrests Transformer Vandal In Igbeti

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC Oyo State Command Agro Ranger Squad has arrested a 34-year-old welder, Bashiru Bello, of Ile-Imam in Igbeti, Oyo State.

The suspect was arrested on 26th of November 2020 in Ikoyi-Ile, Ogbomosho Town around the hour of 0900hrs where he was caught packing looted transformer cables.

While parading the suspect at the Oyo State Command Headquaters, Agodi, Ibadan, Oyo State Corps Commandant, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya disclosed that Bello was caught vandalizing a transformer at Ikoyi-Ile on 24th of November 2020 and the Agro Ranger Squad tracked him down and got him arrested on 26th of November,2020.

Items recovered from the suspect at time of his arrest includes Armoured Cable, Wrench, Gloves, Hack-Saw and Range.

The Commandant later commended the residents of Oyo State for providing timely information to the corps in other to curb criminality.

He later assured the good people of the state more adequate security in Collaboration with other Security agencies.

He added that the suspect will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

Oyo NSCDC Deploys 2000 Personnel Ahead of Ondo Governorship Election

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command says it has deployed two thousand personnel to Ondo State ahead of the gubernatorial election.

NSCDC Commandant in Oyo State, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya stated this while addressing the personnel before taking off to Ondo State.

He said the officers which comprises of Intelligence, Arm Squad, Special Force, Rangers and SWAT deployed to reinforce others on ground in Ondo for the conduct of a free, fair and credible election in the state. 

While speaking, the Commandant charged the deployed personnel to abide by the election guidelines by maintaining orderliness at polling units, collation centres and also be good ambassadors of the corps.

The Commandant gave the assurance that all hand were on deck for a joint operation with all other security agencies to curb any acts of violence, assault, ballot snatching, before, during, and after the election.

Mr Akinsanya therefore implored the electorate in Ondo State to come out to exercise their civic right and conduct themselves in an orderly manner during and after the election with the observation of government saftety protocols on COVID-19.

Rasheedah Makinde