Ahead of Nigeria’s Democracy Day on June 12, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 1,200 officers across Sokoto State to maintain peace and security during the festivities.
The deployment covers all 23 local government areas, ordered by Sokoto State Commandant Umar Ibrahim Alfadarai as part of a preventative security operation designed to protect lives, critical infrastructure, and prevent vandalism.
According to a statement from the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SC UA Sidi, the operation follows directives from NSCDC Commandant General Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi.
“The operation aims to prevent breaches of peace, particularly at known flashpoints and event venues. Officers will maintain a visible presence in volatile areas to deter crime and ensure public safety,” the statement said.
Commandant Alfadarai confirmed that the operation is governed by Operational Order No. NSCDC/SSC/OPS/11/2025, coordinated by the Departments of Operations and Critical National Assets and Infrastructure Protection.
Area Commanders and Divisional Officers were directed to conduct covert and overt surveillance while strengthening intelligence gathering and collaborating with other security agencies.
Officers were reminded to uphold professionalism and discipline throughout the deployment.
The public was urged to observe the law and report suspicious activities that might threaten the peace.
Alfadarai assured residents that the NSCDC is fully committed to a peaceful Democracy Day celebration and called for collective responsibility.
