NSCDC Deploys 2, 077 Personnel To Ensure Crime-Free Yuletide In Anambra

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, Tuesday, said it had deployed 2, 077 personnel to ensure security of lives and property across the state throughout Christmas and New Year’s festivities.

The state commandant of the corps, Mr Everestus Chimezie Obiyo, said in Awka that the number comprised conventional civil defenders, chemical and biological unit, counter-terrorism unit, disaster management unit, special female squad, operations department, intelligence and Investigation department and anti-vandalism squad of the command.

DSC Edwin Okadigbo, public relations officer of the NSCDC, Anambra State, said the personnel deployed for the critical assignment were under ‘the strict instruction of the state commandant to be civil, professional and firm in the discharge of their duties’.

According to him, “The command will also collaborate with sister security agencies and all critical stakeholders to ensure that the celebration is peaceful and hitch-free.

“The command is ever ready and prepared to deal with miscreants, hoodlums, and other disgruntled elements that may attempt to cause breakdown of law and order before, during and after the festive period.”

The corps advised parents and guardians to caution their wards to be law-abiding.

The corps called on the public to contact it on 08025904905, 0703 980 4789, and 08004004444 whenever there are security challenges.