The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 3,500 personnel across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to ensure security during Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day celebrations on Tuesday. This proactive measure is aimed at maintaining public safety, protecting critical national assets, and safeguarding both public and private properties during the festivities.
In a statement issued on Monday by the NSCDC FCT Command spokesperson, Samuel Idoko, the extensive deployment was confirmed. Idoko said, “The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Capital Territory Command has deployed a total of 3,500 personnel to provide security in the FCT for Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary celebrations.”
Special units, including the Armed Squad, Special Crack Squad (Operation Adaka-su), Female Strike Force, Anti-Counter Terrorism Squad, and Agro Rangers, have been mobilized to bolster security efforts. These units will be strategically positioned across the FCT, covering all Area Councils and the city center, to prevent any potential unrest.
The FCT NSCDC Commandant, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, stressed the importance of the Corps’ role in ensuring a peaceful celebration. He highlighted the significance of the FCT as the nation’s seat of power and a hub for diplomatic missions, emphasizing the need for professionalism among NSCDC personnel.
“The government and residents of the FCT expect a lot from the Corps in order to have a peaceful celebration. The Command must ensure the safety of public and private properties in the Federal Capital. With the FCT being the seat of power and hosting diplomatic headquarters from around the world, the Corps must be highly professional in the discharge of their duties to avoid any form of infraction,” Odumosu noted.
He further stressed the importance of adhering to the Corps’ Standard Operating Procedures and the need for round-the-clock surveillance on critical national assets. Odumosu also called for cooperation among security agencies to ensure smooth security operations throughout the celebrations.
