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Oyo NSCDC Deploys 2550 Personnel to Critical Areas

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By Rasheedah Makinde

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command, has deployed 2,550 personnel across the State to ensure safety and security of lives and property of residents. 

 The deployment was a directive from the NSCDC Commandant in the State, Mr Augustine Padonu, with a view to maintaining peace and order during the festive period.

 Mr Padonu said the command has strategically divided the personnel to cover high-risk, medium-risk, and low-risk areas throughout Oyo State.

 He noted that a total of 1,500 personnel would be deployed to high-risk areas, 750 to medium-risk areas, and 300 to low-risk areas. 

 The NSCDC boss stated further that the personnel would be assigned to various duties, including round-the-clock patrols, surveillance and intelligence gathering, rapid response, and administrative and logistical support.

 He said all area commands and divisions have been directed to deploy their personnel strategically to places with critical national assets and infrastructure, road intersections, motor parks, amusement centres, religious houses, and other public places. 

He added that the Corps would also coordinate and communicate with other security agencies to enhance the effectiveness of the deployment.

Crime

Phone-Snatching Tricycle Operator Lands in NSCDC’s Dragnet

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The Niger State command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested a tricycle operator who is a member of a syndicate that specialises in snatching mobile phones from their passengers

The arrest came after the command received several complaints of phone-snatching and theft of bank savings through sim card.

According to the command, the arrest of the suspect followed work on intelligence provided by some of the victims.

The state Commandant of the Corps, Joachim Okafor, while briefing newsmen in his office, said the criminal syndicate operate with a mutilated security number written on the tricycle picking their victims as if they were passengers.

Phones recovered from the suspect

He said the suspect identified as Abubakar Aliyu confessed to the crime and is providing additional information that would lead to the arrest of the other gang members.

Some of the victims whose phones were recovered from the suspect narrated similar mode of operations deployed by the suspect to steal their mobile phones.

The suspect, who was the driver of the tricycle, said he hired the tricycle from one Aji, adding that it was the first time he engaged in the crime.

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Middle Aged Man in NSCDC Net over Alleged Theft

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Osun State Command has apprehended a 40-year-old man, Jide Fadipe, alleged to have vandalized a government primary school building in Ilaje-Area, Ilesa, Osun State.

Following a report from a concerned citizen, the command launched an investigation and deployed surveillance around the school area, leading to the suspect’s arrest in the hours of last Tuesday, while attempting to remove roofing sheets.

This was disclosed in a statement issued by Osun Command NSCDC, Public Relations Officer, ASC Kehinde Adeleke and made available to newsmen in Osogbo.

ASC Adeleke explained that the suspect was caught trying to sell the stolen materials to metal scraps buyers in Ilesa.

She emphasized that the suspect’s prosecution would serve as a deterrent to others who engage in similar criminal activities.

ASC Adeleke urged the public to continue supporting the NSCDC in its efforts to protect government properties and critical infrastructure.

Security

NSCDC to Clampdown on Illegal Security Outfits

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By Rasheedah Makinde

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command, has announced a clampdown on all illegal private security outfits operating in Oyo State. 

The corps Public relations officer, Mr Samuel Opebiyi made this known in a statement.

The statement notes that the action followed the alarming observation of the abuse of uniforms by private organizations, youth groups and NGOs.

It notes that NSCDC is statutorily mandated to license, train, monitor and supervise private guard companies, as per the NSCDC Act No. 2 of 2003 (amended 2007). 

The statement says part of the mandate includes regulating the uniforms worn by private security guards. 

According to the NSCDC Commandant, Mr Augustine Padonu, unauthorized use of uniforms, including imitating those of government security agencies, by unapproved organizations pose a significant security risk.

Mr Padonu, expressed concern about the implications of the trend, particularly at a time when the nation is grappling with insecurity. 

“The abuse of uniforms will provide a hiding place for criminals to carry out their activities under disguise,” Commandant Padonu said.

Crime

NSCDC Apprehends Suspected Illegal Miners

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By Rasheedah Makinde 

Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State command has apprehended ten suspected illegal miners in Ido town, Ido local government area of the state. 

 The suspects were arrested with six hundred tonnes of Feldspars Mineral Resources worth over ten million Naira. 

The ten suspected illegal miners are Adewale Akinkunmi, Justine Egejuru, Gbadamosi Abeeb, Mustapha Alao and Ayuba Abdulrahaman. 

Others include Hammed Abass, Bolarinwa Hassan, Jimoh Kudus, Sanni Ayuba and Usman Umar. 

Parading the suspects at the NSCDC office, Iyaganku, the Corps Commandant, Mr Augustine Padonu said they were apprehended for illegally exploring and mining solid mineral to be Feldspars mineral resources without license and royalty payment receipt to the federal Government. 

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Mr Padonu said the arrest became imperative as the act was part of economic saboteur that has been affecting the national development of the country. 

 He reiterated that the Federal Government had declared a zero tolerance for illegal mining. 

He said the mineral resources were conveyed in three intercepted trucks with the intent to deliver it at a company at Igbesa in Ogun State. 

 Mr Padonu, thereby, called on members of the public to be vigilant and more security conscious as well as providing useful information to NSCDC and other security agencies to collectively fight against any crime and criminality in the state.

The NSCDC boss added that the suspects would soon be charge to court after conclusion of their ongoing discreet investigation. 

One of the suspects, who claimed to be the site manager, Adewale Akinkunmi, said it was a shock to him when they were accosted by security operatives that the company had not been paying the appropriate royalty to the Government.

He explained that since he had started working with the company, he believed that they had perfected all the paperwork, as well as, paying for the necessary resources. 

Reacting, the Zonal mines officer on solid mineral in the Southwest, Engineer Gbenga Ajayi said illegal mining was one the factors that has been hindering the development of the sector and the country at large. 

He said anyone who wishes to venture into mining should go through proper channels in order not to be a victim of law. 

Mr Ajayi noted that illegal mining has been on the increase in Nigeria and has been causing the sector lots of money, hence the need for a proper monitoring from all the concern stakeholders to put a stop to the menace. 

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Lawmakers Seek Partnership with Security Agencies in Oyo

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By Mosope Kehinde

Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Adebo Ogundoyin has led the House Committee on Security and Strategy on a working visit to the headquarters of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) in Ibadan, Oyo State capital.

The visit according to the Speaker is to synergize and partner to foster holistic approach to security, governance and legislation in the state.

The delegation was received by the state Commandant of the NSCDC, Augustine Padonu and the state NIS Deputy Comptroller, Olusola Odesola.

Speaking at the Headquarters of NSCDC, Adebo Ogundoyin acknowledged the efforts of the Corps towards securing the public and government infrastructure and protecting the people.

He noted that NSCDC was the first point of contact of the people as far as security situation is concerned, saying that this calls for the House to encourage the agency in the course of its duties.

Mr Ogundoyin maintained that the lawmakers, as the representatives of the people have the mandate to protect the people and their properties in the state through improved security architecture.

He said that there is a wide gap in the security architecture in the country, and this can be closed through collaborating efforts with other security agencies.

Also at the Immigration Headquarters, the Speaker commended the NIS in the aspect of passport application, processing and collection.

He also praised the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo for the new innovation he has brought to the ministry.

Mr Ogundoyin praised the Immigration for its collaborative effort with other security agencies in line with the state Governor’s initiative.

Responding, the Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corp (NSCDC), Augustine Padonu, stated that the main challenges facing the Corps were lack of vehicles for movement, and lack of neccessary facilities to work with.

He gave assurance that the Command would not relent in protecting lives, property, public infrastructure, as well as ensuring good working relationship with other security outfits in the state.

The Deputy Comptroller of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Olusola Odesola said that the Nigerian borders were complicated in terms of management.

He noted that though their men and officers were confronted with challenges in the course of their duties, such should not be excuses to discharge their duties accordingly.

Earlier, Chairman of the Committee, Mr Dawud Olalere, had explained that the purpose of the visit was to familiarize with the NSCDC and Immigration for improved security system in the state.

The delegation include Mr Sanjo Adedoyin, Mr Lukman Ishola, Mr Ibrahim Shittu, Mr Oluwafemi Fowokanmi and Mr Rasaq Mabaje.

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NSCDC Arrests Man in Ekiti for Allegedly Defiling Minor

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By Amos Ogunrinde

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Ekiti State Command has arrested one Afolabi Ojo of Olujoda Street, Ado-Ekiti for allegedly defiling a four-year-old girl in the state capital.

The suspect popularly known as “Afo” was arrested after the mother of the girl made a formal complaint at the office of the NSCDC in Ado-Ekiti.

The four-year-old girl alleged that the suspect, “Afo” removed her pant and had carnal knowledge of her late last month.

Similarly, the mother of the girl who spoke to journalists in Ado Ekiti, disclosed that her daughter informed her about the incident before she reported the matter at the NSCDC office.

However, the suspect, Afolabi Ojo, denied the allegation, saying that he was implicated by the mother of the victim.

Meanwhile, the Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Ekiti State, Mr Tolu Afolabi said a medical report confirmed that the hymen of the “little” girl had been broken.

He added that investigation is ongoing on the matter.

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Six NSCDC Officers in EFCC Net over Fraud

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested six senior officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps over alleged N6bn fraud.

The senior officers are currently being grilled by EFCC interrogators at the commission’s headquarters, Jabi, Abuja, The PUNCH can confirm.

Though details of the probe are still sketchy, our correspondent gathered that the NSCDC officers were handed over to the EFCC on Monday on the order of the NSCDC Commandant General, Ahmed Audi.

Impeccable sources privy to the development but who were not authorised to speak to the press revealed that the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, had earlier written a letter to the NSCDC CG, demanding the officers’ release for interrogation.

A source revealed, “Six senior NSCDC officers are currently in our custody. They’re being grilled by our investigators over alleged fraudulent activities running into over N6bn.”

Confirming the development, another source said, “The EFCC did not arrest the NSCDC CG, neither is he being probed. We only have six senior NSCDC officers in our custody, and they’re being probed over alleged N6bn fraud.

 “The EFCC Chairman had earlier written to the NSCSC CG to provide the officers, and the CG did. Now they’re in our custody and are being grilled by EFCC interrogators.”

The spokesperson for the EFCC, Dele Oyewale, could not be reached for comments on Monday as phone calls and text messages to his phone lines were not responded to nor returned.

Meanwhile, when contacted for comments, the spokesperson for the NSCDC, Babawale Afolabi, said he was not aware of the development.

“I’m not aware of this,” Afolabi said in a terse WhatsApp message sent to our correspondent on Monday.

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2024 JAMB: Oyo NSCDC Commandant Commends Personnel

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By Rasheedah Makinde

The State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Oyo State Command, Commandant Augustine Padonu, has lauded personnel of the corps for their professionalism during the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination on Friday, 19th April 2024.

Commandant Padonu gave his officers a thumb-up while conducting a thorough inspection of the deployment of NSCDC personnel to the accredited Computer Based Test (CBT) centres across the State.

In a Press Release, the Oyo NSCDC boss described the deployment as a strategic effort and a testament to the collaboration between NSCDC and the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB).


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The State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Oyo State Command, Commandant Augustine Padonu, conducted a thorough inspection of the deployment of NSCDC personnel to the accredited Computer Based Test (CBT) centres across the State for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination on Friday, 19th April 2024. This strategic effort is a testament to the collaboration between NSCDC and the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

In an impressive display of commitment and precision, personnel of the NSCDC reported at various centres as early as 6:00 am to check in the candidates and ensure each of them underwent biometric capturing, setting the stage for a smooth and secure examination process.

Commandant Padonu said, “A total of 150 NSCDC personnel have been deployed to the 43 accredited CBT centres across the State to provide security, prevent intrusion of unwanted persons and uphold the integrity of the examination. Our personnel are well trained, and I can assure the examination body, JAMB, and the candidates that the conduct of the examination will be hitch-free.”

During his visit to the Polytechnic, Ibadan centre, Commandant Padonu was pleased to witness a high level of orderliness. Professor L.A. Ahmed, the Supervisor of the centre, while commending NSCDC, expressed his satisfaction with the personnel posted to the centre for their cooperation and promptness, acknowledging their exceptional professionalism in managing the candidates. He also visited the JAMB Professional Test Centre at Ikolaba.

Commandant Padonu also took the opportunity to urge the candidates to abide by the rules and regulations guiding the examination, while advising parents to stay away from the examination centres as irregularities will not be condoned.

It is important to note that each centre will host an average of three examination sessions, with an adequate number of officers assigned to ensure a smooth and successful operation.

NSCDC remains committed to its mandate of providing security and ensuring the welfare of citizens. Commandant Padonu’s inspection underscores his dedication to promoting a secure and transparent examination environment for the benefit of all stakeholders involved.

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Osun NSCDC, Nigerian Correctional Service Collaborate on Security

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Osun State Command, Dr Michael Adaralewa has reiterated the readiness of the command, to deploy personnel to join the Nigerian Correctional Service Armed Squad to guard custodial centres in Osun State.

Dr Adaralewa gave the assurance during a courtesy visit to the Controller of Nigeria Correctional Service in Osun State, Mr Tolu Ogunsakin.

The Osun NSCDC boss who explained that the NSCDC is saddled with the responsibility of protecting critical national assets and infrastructure assured that the command will support the Nigerian Correctional Service to check incidences of jailbreak across the nation.

‘’NSCDC is saddled with the responsibility of protecting critical national assets and infrastructure and assure you that the command is ready to support Nigeria Correctional service to checkmate Jailbreak in the country’’, Dr Adaralewa said.

He also stated further that the two agencies under the same ministry should complement each other to achieve the same goal of protecting lives and property while soliciting unwavering support to end security challenges facing the country.

In his response, the Controller of Corrections in Osun State, Mr Tolu Ogunsakin appreciated the new NSCDC Commandant for the visit, emphasizing that both agencies are sisters.

Mr. Ogunsakin also expressed his readiness to work closely with the corps to improve the security architecture in the state.

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NSCDC Trains  Officers’ Wives 

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By Rasheedah Makinde

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Commandant in Oyo State, Mr Augustine Padonu has called on the security agencies officers’ wives association to always support their husbands in all ramifications to collectively wage war against insecurity. 

Mr Padonu made the call at the end of a 3-day skill acquisition exhibition organized by Civil Defence Officers Wives Association, CDOWA, Oyo State Command, held at its headquarters, Agodi Ibadan. 

He said diversifying into various handwork training by women would go a long way to assist their husbands who were mostly on the field fighting insecurity for the betterment of all.

 Mr Padonu said all the skills acquired from the 3-day training should be channelled positively to achieve the aim of the organizers as part of their contributions towards a better society. 

On her part, the Chairman of Civil Defence Officers’ Wives Association, CDOWA, Oyo State Command, Mrs Francisca Padonu said the idea was borne out of efforts at assisting officers’ wives to have something doing to contribute to the home front as they believe that men could not do it alone.

 Mrs Padonu said various skills were acquired from the training which included female hat making, food spices and condiments making and many other things being used by women. 

 The CDOWA Chairman in Oyo State, who said over two hundred security agency officers’ wives benefited from the skills acquisition, urged them to make use of the knowledge for the betterment of all. 

Mrs Padonu added that the program would also facilitate a mutual relationship among all security agencies’ officers wives association to assist officers and men physically, psychologically and emotionally to discharge their duties optimally in the theatre. 

In her address of welcome, Commissioner for Woman Affairs in Oyo State, Mrs Toyin Balogun said the skills acquisition programme organized by CDOWA was the right peg in the right hole because of the economic challenges the country is experiencing at the moment. 

The commissioner who was represented by a Director in the Ministry, Dr Folake Fashina said people should not be focused on white-collar jobs but should also channel their energy towards skills acquisition to serve as a bonus to their financial status. 

 Beneficiaries who are also Representatives from Civil Defence Officers’ Wives Association, CDOWA, Police Wives Officers’ Association, POWA, Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association, NAOWA, Customs Officers’ Wives Association, COWA, Immigration Officers Wives Association, IMMOWA said the skills acquired from the 3-day program would go a long way at keeping them busy and useful in the home front and the society at large.

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Octogenarian in NSCDC Net

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Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corp, NSCDC, Kano command have arrested an 85-year-old suspected kidnapper, Ibrahim Usman, at Yar’adua quarters, Rimin Kebe, Ungogo LGA.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SC Ibrahim Idris Abdullahi, who made this known in a statement, said the suspect abducted a 3-year-old boy in his neighbourhood.

He said the suspect attempted to hide him in his friend’s residence situated at Hotoro bye-pass in Kano State but upon suspecting foul play, the friend refused to keep the boy in his custody and decided to alert residents where the suspect lived at Rimin Kebe who had been looking for the missing boy.

According to him, “This development led the suspect to run away and he was later picked up by personnel of the Corp’s Ungogo division.

“Worthy of note is that the suspect had in the last two months collected the victim’s father’s phone number but never called him for once,” SC Abdullahi said.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, however, revealed that the investigation into the case has reached an advanced stage and upon conclusion, the suspect will be charged to court.
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Security

Osun NSCDC Commemorates World Civil Defence Day

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By Mojisola Oladele

Officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC have been urged to remember the importance of upholding the rule of law, preserving peace and safe guarding the wellbeing of citizens.

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke gave the advice during the passing out parade of the 2022 intake, 3rd year in office of the Commandant- General of the NSCDC, Dr Ahmed Audi and World Civil Defence Day with the theme : “Honour Heroes and Promote Safety Skills” held at NSCDC State Command Headquarters, in Ido -Osun.

Represented by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, Prince Samuel Ọjọ́, the Governor stressed that the role of officers of the NSCDC in ensuring the security and stability of the nation, could not be over-emphasized.

He called on the new intakes to put into practice the training given and abide by the rules of engagement in thier course of duty.

Earlier, Osun State Commandant of NSCDC, Dr. Michael Adaralewa stated that officers of the corps have been involved in conflict prevention and control of conflicts globally.

Dr. Adaralewa noted that the event was organized to celebrate the 3rd Anniversary in office of the Commandant-General, to remember gallant officers who lost thier lives in the course of protecting lives and property and called on the new intakes to discharge their duties with all sense of responsibilities.

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Be dedicated, professional in the discharge of duty – NSCDC Boss

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By Rasheedah Makinde

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Commandant in Oyo state, Mr Augustine Padonu has called on newly recruited officers of the corps to be dedicated and professional while discharging their Responsibilities.

Mr Padonu gave the advice during the passing out parade of the fifty 2022/2023 recruits at its headquarters Agodi Ibadan.

He urged them to keep striving for excellence and channel their efforts on the safety and well-being of the people of the State as they embark on the noble journey of Service to humanity.

“To the trainees, I once again congratulate you on this milestone and as you join the corps, I urge you to uphold the honor the integrity of our corps, and to carry out your duties with utmost determination and professionalism “

“Our mandate is to strengthen our disaster response capabilities, promote public awareness and education, and foster partnerships with local communities “

“We also play a vital role in crime detection and prevention, peace and conflict resolution, disaster management, protection of critical national assets and infrastructure, licensing and monitoring private guard companies, anti vandalism, preventing illegal mining activities, anti human trafficking and human rights violation as well as working closely with other law enforcement agencies “

The NSCDC boss in Oyo state, therefore, called on the new recruits to always abide by the corps‘ rules and regulations in upholding the core it’s mandate

On his part, the Head of Training, NSCDC, Mr Olubola Aluko said the recruits spent six months to learn the rudiments of paramilitary which included basic induction, drills and weapon handling as well as field crags and drills and parade.

“Other courses taught included, internal security, root of regimentation, information gathering, first responder and crimes scene investigation, scheme and condition of service, NSCDC Acts and security awareness, civil protection of civilians, financial regulations, peace and conflict, agro rangers operations, gender mainstreaming, counter terrorism, democratic principles, private guard companies and safe school projects “

“The height of the training which they went through range from the preliminary stage till the time they went to fire live ammunition’

The Training Commander, Mr Aluko said the command has produced well refined and better weapon handlers that would be devoid of stray bullets.

“With them , we are safer because of their consciousness of what they bear”

Some of the new recruits who spoke with Radio Nigeria promised to follow all the rules that bind the corps and would always be professional while discharging their civic responsibilities.

Declaring the event open, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state implored the passing out trainees to be dedicated to the work of their fatherland discharge their duty without fear or favour.

Governor Makinde who spoke through his Special Adviser on Security Matters who is also a retired Commissioner of Police, Mr Fatai Owoseeni said maintaining peace and stability in the state was paramount to his administration.

He promised not to relent at providing necessary mechanisms to enhance the security architecture in the state for betterment of the citizens.

Representatives of all the security agencies in Oyo state graced the occasion.

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NSCDC Promises Monthly Sanitation in Markets

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By Rasheedah Makinde

As part of its social responsibility, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC has promised a monthly environmental sanitation in all markets across Oyo state.

NSCDC Commandant in Oyo state, Mr Augustine Padonu stated this during a community service at Mokola market in commemoration of this year’s Civil Defence Day.

Mr Padonu said in line with this year’s theme, “honour heroes and safety skills“ the command was ready to always contribute its quota to the society.

Mr Augustine said apart from security issues, the command is also involved in community services to ensure that Nigerians enjoy a clean and tidy environment.

He said the command would be picking one market monthly for cleaning in assisting the Ministry of Environment.

Reacting, the Oyo state Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mr Abdul-Mojid Mogbonjubola appreciated NSCDC’s involvement in Environmental Sanitation as the government could not do it alone.

He said It encompasses a wide range of practices aimed at maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the surroundings, ultimately ensuring the health and safety of both humans and the ecosystems we inhabit. 

Mr Gbonjubola said a clean environment was not just aesthetically pleasing but essential for physical and mental well-being. 

“Proper sanitation reduces the risk of diseases and infections, improves air and water quality, and fosters a sense of pride and belonging within communities.”

“When we neglect environmental sanitation, we jeopardize our health and compromise the quality of life for ourselves and future generations. Now, let’s talk about the actions we can take to promote environmental sanitation.”

The Environment commissioner therefore called on other stakeholders to emulate the culture of assisting the Government in all aspects.

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NSCDC Parades Man for Defiling His Granddaughter

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By Rasheedah Makinde

Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, has paraded a sixty-four-year-old man for allegedly raping his sixteen years old granddaughter.

 The suspect was paraded alongside six other suspected criminals arrested for child trafficking at the NSCDC headquarters, Agodi Ibadan.

Speaking with journalists, the sixteen-year-old rape victim said he first forced himself on her when she was seven years old. She said when it first happened, she reported it to her parents but they did not believe her. 

The suspected rapist, John Umeh, who hails from Abia state, confessed to have been having canal knowledge of her for the past nine years. He said it was the devil’s handiwork but pleaded for leniency and promised to turn a new leaf if pardoned.

Other suspects were paraded for various offences ranging from child trafficking, engaging in harmful traditional practices and other criminal offences.

Parading the suspects, NSCDC Commandant in Oyo state, Mr Augustine Padonu (MRM) said the command was committed to protecting the citizens of Oyo, especially children and women from all forms of violence and abuse.

He reiterated the command’s efforts to continually work tirelessly to combat heinous crimes and bring perpetrators to book.

The NSCDC boss called on members of the public not to relent in giving out useful information to collectively wage war against crime. 

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NSCDC Apprehends 10 Suspected Illegal Miners in Oyo

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By Rasheedah Makinde

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has apprehended ten suspected illegal miners at Ona Ara Local government area of Oyo state. 

The ten suspected illegal miners were paraded at the NSCDC headquarters, Agodi, Ibadan by the Oyo state Commandant of the corps, Mr Augustine Padonu, (MRM).

Parading  the suspects, the NSCDC commandant in Oyo state, Mr Padonu said the suspects were apprehended through a tip-off by gallant officers and some members of the public. 

Mr Padonu explained that, the suspects specialized in illegal mining of solid mineral resources such as lithium, Beryllium, and Tourmaline. 

He said despite the Government’s efforts at tackling illegal mining, the menace still persisted, hence the need for collaboration of all security agencies, as well as members of the public to wage war against the act. 

He pointed out that, the suspects were found at a mining site at Elese Erin village, Ona Ara Local government area of Oyo state.

Mr Padonu, therefore, called on those that have turned illegal mining to a lucrative business to desist from the act or face the consequences. 

One of the alleged illegal miners, Adeoti Kolawole who denied the allegations leveled against him claimed that he got his licence from the Oyo state Government.

He said he had been exploring at the site in Elese Erin village solid mineral suspected to be Tourmaline in Ona Ara local government area of Oyo state for some years .

Kolawole said he was shocked and surprised when he was arrested for operating illegally as all his papers were legitimate. 

It would be recalled that, an explosion occurred at Bodija on January 16 this year when some illegal miners kept explosive devices where some lives were lost and millions of property were also destroyed.

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NSCDC Calls for Synergy with Sister-Agencies

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, has called for continued support from the Nigeria Police to collectively wage war against insecurity.

NSCDC Commandant in Oyo state, Mr Augustine Padonu, MRM, made the call when he paid a courtesy visit to the State’s Commissioner of Police, Mr Adebola Hamzat at the Police Headquarters, Eleyele Ibadan.

Mr Padonu said the visit was aimed at strengthening the existing relationship between the NSCDC and the Nigeria Police Force in Oyo State. 

Mr Padonu, MRM, acknowledged the strong bond and collaboration that currently exists between the NSCDC and the Police in Oyo State.

He expressed his appreciation for the joint efforts of the Security Chiefs in the state, emphasizing the importance of their collaboration in maintaining peace and security. Commandant Padonu also highlighted the need for assistance from the Commissioner of Police in the area of training. 

“Recognizing the significance of continuous professional development, he sought the support of the Police in enhancing the knowledge and skills of NSCDC personnel.”

“Furthermore, the Commandant called for the collaboration of the Police in combating illegal mining activities in the state.”

“Illegal mining poses a threat to the environment and security, and the joint efforts of the NSCDC and the Police can effectively address this challenge.”

Reacting, Commissioner of Police in Oyo state, Mr Adebola Hamzat expressed his appreciation for the synergy among security agencies in the State. 

“He commended the existing collaboration and stated, “I have not seen such collaboration elsewhere.”

The Commissioner who emphasized the importance of fostering a harmonious working relationship, explained that there should be no inferiority or superiority complexes among the security agencies.

“CP Hamzat shared his insights on the four approaches that have been tried in a progressive order, namely the organizational approach, government approach, society approach, and essence approach.” 

“The essence approach integrates the other three approaches and incorporates the spiritual dimension, bringing a holistic perspective to security challenges.” Furthermore, the Commissioner assured Commandant Padonu of his commitment to assist in the area of training.

He emphasized that training programs could serve as platforms to unite and bring officers of lower ranks together from both the NSCDC and the Police.

The CP also proposed sports as another means of fostering collaboration and synergy among the lower ranks of the security agencies.

The visit concluded with an exchange of plaques as a gesture of goodwill and appreciation.

PR/Rasheedah Makinde

Security

NSCDC Warns Against Jungle Justice

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, has cautioned members of the public against jungle justice.

The new NSCDC commandant in Oyo state, Mr Augustine Padonu, MRM, made this known while parading some suspected criminals at the command’s headquarters, Agodi Ibadan. 

Mr Padonu, MRM, said the act of jungle Justice has been hindering the efforts of security operatives to tackle insecurity and criminal activities.

He said justice dispensation must follow due process before a suspect could be found guilty.

Mr Padonu said the eight paraded suspects were arrested for various offences ranging from illegal mining operations, malicious damage to farm crops, conspiracy and stealing involving motor spare parts to car robbery respectively.

“One of the suspects, Musa Mohammed was on Saturday arrested in a Fulani settlement called Budo Musa under Iwajowa local Government area of the state by our crack team stationed at the axis of Oke Ogun allegedly dealing in mining at a neighbouring community known as Davi-Zamia village in collaboration with a suspected illegal miner who is now at large without operation license”

“Another suspect, Mallam  Useni Toyo was nabbed by a combined team of NSCDC Agro rangers for allegedly grazing his herd of cattle with crops on farmland of innocent citizens of Ilora community and thereafter willfully destroyed their farm produce worth about five million naira without any compensation “ 

“Two arrested suspects, Identified as Olalekan Ibraheem 25 and Akinpelu Akinpelu Ibraheem a gang of two suspects specializing in motor spare parts theft, especially trailer at shop owners in Sagbe, Moniya area of Ibadan and its environs, using face mask warmer for their illicit operation to avoid being recognized by victims”

He said the suspects were apprehended through the efforts of gallant officers, as well as, useful information from members of the public.

Mr Padonu explained that all the suspects confessed to the crime levelled against them and they would soon be charged in court after proper investigations. 

He, therefore, called on members of the public to always give out useful information whenever they notice any unusual movement or character in their environment for quick interventions. 

Exhibits found with the suspects include one Bajaj, one Toyota Jeep, as well as other criminal materials.

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Security

Support will be Maximum, Adeleke Tells Security Agencies  

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By Folake Oye

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has promised to give maximum support to security personnel in the state to enhance effective security. 

Senator Adeleke made the promise while hosting the newly deployed Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Doctor Micheal Adaralewa in his office at the State Secretariat Abere.

Represented by his deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi, the Governor observed that living together in peace is cardinal and centre to his administration, noting that the present administration is leaving no stone unturned to actively support security personnel in the State.

In his remarks, the new NSCDC boss, Doctor Micheal Adaralewa appreciated Osun State Governor for the reception and being supportive to the Agency at all times.

He promised that NSCDC would intensify efforts at maintaining law and order by synergizing with other security agencies in the state.

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Security

Adaralewa Replaces Agboola as Osun NSCDC Commandant

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By Adenitan Akinola

A new Commandant has been redeployed to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Osun State Command.

He is Dr. Michael Akintayo Adaralewa.

A statement by the Public Relations Officer of the command, Mrs Kehinde Adeleke says the redeployment was approved by the Corps Commandant General, Dr Ahmed Abubakar.

The new Commandant is succeeding Mr Sunday Agboola who has been redeployed to another Command.

According to the statement, the new Osun NSCDC Commandant, Dr Adaralewa hails from Aisegba Ekiti in Gbonyin Local Government area of Ekiti State.

He holds a Bachelor degree in Chemical Science and a Doctoral degree in Public Administration.

He has attended remarkable professional courses both home and abroad including, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives course

Security

Pandonu Replaces Adaralewa as Oyo NSCDC Commandant

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By Rasheedah Makinde

The new commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State, Command, Mr Augustine Padonu has assumed office.

Mr Padonu assumed office on Wednesday, after a brief handing-over ceremony held at the command’s headquarters in Agodi Ibadan which included a tour of all departments, units, and other facilities within the Command Headquarters. 

The new commandant is a native of Badagry in Badagry Local Government Area of Lagos State.

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command, Mr Augustine Padonu

Mr Padonu was enlisted into the corps in 2005 and holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing from the Federal University of Technology Owerri, FUTO, Imo State, in 2004, as well as, a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Accounting from the University of Jos in 1996. 

Commandant Padonu has served in various capacities within the NSCDC, including Head of Department, HOD for Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI) in Lagos State Command, and HOD for Intelligence and Investigation in Osun State Command. 

He has also held several positions as Area Commander and Divisional Officer in various formations across the country including the FCT Command, Lagos State Command and Kaduna State Command.

Commandant Padonu is known for his strong leadership skills, strategic planning abilities and commitment to excellence.

Meanwhile, the former commandant, Dr Michael Adaralewa has been redeployed to the Osun State Command of NSCDC.

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Crime

Drug Addict Kills Father

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By Abdullahi Jalaludeen (Kano)

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command says it has arrested a 25 year old man, Alkasim Ya’u, for allegedly stabbing his father to death at Tudun Yola ‘C’, area of Gwale Local Government Area of the state.

The State Public Relations Officer of NSCDC, DSC Ibrahim Abdullahi disclosed this to Radio Nigeria in Kano.

Abdullahi said the incident occured on Friday, January 5, 2024 at about 1330 hours at the residence of Alhaji Salisu Bala.

” The deceased father, Alhaji Ya’u Mohammed, brought his mentally ill son, Alkasim Ya’u, to Psychiatric Hospital Dawanau, for medical treatment, where they booked to see a medical doctor on Saturday January 6″.

He explained that instead of going back to Katsina, the deceased decided to sleep at his brother’s house at same address.

” Our investigation revealed that Alkasim became mentally ill due to his engagement in hard drugs activities. On their arrival at Tudun Yola, the son took a sharp object and injured the father, until the NSCDC operatives attached to the area took the victim to hospital and arrested the suspect,” he said.

He said that already, the family was making arrangements to return the corpse to Katsina State for funeral, while the suspect and the exhibit have been handed over to Rijiyar Zaki Divisional Police Station for further investigation.

Edited by Olaolu Fawole

Security

NSCDC Rescues Woman from Attempted Suicide

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By Folake Oye

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Osun State Command has rescued a middle-aged woman who jumped into Gbodofon, Osun River.

 Speaking with newsmen in Osogbo, the spokesperson of the command, Mr Kehinde Adeleke said the command received a distress call from a member of the public and in less than ten minutes the search and rescue team was at the scene to rescue the victim, resuscitate her before taking her to the hospital for medical attention. 

When she regained consciousness, the woman explained that she came from Iragbiji to Osogbo to jump into the Osun river because she was feeling fire burning in her body and the only way to quench the fire was to jump into the river.

Speaking on the incident, the Commandant of NSCDC in the state, Mr Sunday Agboola commended the search and rescue team, led by Mr Ishola Oluyinka for being responsive and for bringing their training in disaster management to bear in such a critical situation that could have claimed the life of a fellow citizen.

Mr Agboola assured Osun State residents of the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property even during emergencies. 

He enjoined them to take care of their mental health, stressing that his men would pay close attention to all the rivers in the state to avoid recurrence

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Security

Festivities: NSCDC Deploys Personnel across Osun

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By Adenitan Akinola

Ahead of this year’s Christmas and new year celebrations, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Osun State Command has deployed two thousand ,three hundred and fifty 2,350 personnel across the state.

The State Commandant of the Corps, Mr Agboola Sunday said the deployment was to provide watertight security, covert and overt intelligence operations and round the clock surveillance to ensure that criminally minded people did not perform their anti-social acts.

In a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Osun NSCDC Mrs Kehinde Adeleke, the Commandant said personnel would be deployed to worship centres, market places, recreation centres, critical infrastructure and some other flash points in the state.

He warned miscreants planning to cause breakdown of law and order to have a change of mind, as they would be made to face the full wrath of the law.

Mr Agboola  hinted that, the command was collaborating with other sister agencies to provide adequate security in Osun State, as he charged his  personnel who are deployed for the assignment to be civil but firm in the discharge of their duties.

While congratulating Christians in the state as they join other faithful across the globe to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the Osun State helmsman of NSCDC enjoined those who will be travelling during this festive period to avoid night travels, over-speeding, over loading and stopping on lonely roads.

He directed that suspicious movements should be reported to the nearest security agency, while in any emergency situation, members of the public should call NSCDC Osun State Command’s emergency lines on 0805555644 and 07041300031.

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