NSCDC deploys over 2,000 personnel to ensure safe easter celebration in Ogun State

By Sodiq Adelakun

In anticipation of the Easter festivities, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has taken proactive measures to safeguard public safety in Ogun State.

State Commandant Mr. David Ojelabi announced on Saturday that a total of 2,215 personnel have been deployed across the state to ensure a smooth and secure celebration.

Speaking to reporters in Abeokuta, Ojelabi emphasised that these personnel are actively monitoring key locations and sensitive areas to deter criminal activities and maintain order during the holiday period.

“Our personnel are watching over public infrastructure, motor parks, markets, malls, major roads and public gatherings, among others.

“They were drawn from various units and departments of the Command, including the Marine Unit, Arms Squad and the Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU).

“Others are the Anti-Vandals Unit, Intelligence Unit, Anti-Human Trafficking and Illegal Migration Unit, Agro Rangers Squad and the Commandant’s Quick Response Squad,” he said.

Ojelabi stated that the measure was in conformity with the statutory duties of NSCDC.

He listed the duties to include protection of lives and property, identification and monitoring of flashpoints and criminally-minded individuals, as well as prevention of their criminal plans.

“Henceforth, parents and guardians must take responsibility for their wards as anyone arrested for vandalism, disruption of peace, law and order, kidnapping, abduction, or other sundry offences will be prosecuted by the law enforcement agencies,” the Commandant warned.

He assured Ogun residents that the agency would give its best to make them have a hitch-free Easter celebration.