Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps NSCDC, has solicited actionable information, logistics and office accommodation from the government and people of Enugu State.
Enugu State Commandant of NSCDC, Dr Elijah Willie made the plea while speaking to newsmen in Enugu on Saturday during the celebration of World Civil Defense Day 2025 held every March 1 as stipulated by the United Nations.
Willie noted that timely and accurate actionable information from members of the public is necessary for officers and men of the corps to proactively nip crime in the bud.
According to him, NSCDC guarantees the confidentiality of every actionable information given and protects its source from harm and activities of those perpetrating the crime being reported.
“We need assistance in terms of logistics in the state headquarters, our area commands and divisional offices; as we recently created additional 20 divisional headquarters and four area commands out of the previous existing ones.
“We are grateful to the state government for giving the state headquarters a brand new operational vehicle. However, we need more at our state headquarters, area command and divisional headquarters offices dotting the state.
“Since, we have expanded divisional headquarters and area commands; the command is seeking office accommodation for its officers and men to work, as well as coordinate security plans and actions,” he said.
The commandant assured residents of improved security of lives and property, adding that the command would work in synergy with sister agencies to continue to keep the state safe for all.
In a goodwill message, the Commissioner of Police, Mr Kanayo Uzuegbu said NSCDC had been a great pillar in fighting crime and criminality in the state.
“The cooperation and synergy that the police has received from NSCDC has been encouraging and we solicit for more of such cooperation,” Uzuegbu said.
On his part, the Controller of Corrections in Enugu State, Mr Nicholas Obiakor said NSCDC had been in the forefront of the security architecture and supporting a secured state.
Speaking, the traditional ruler of Ibegwa Nike Ancient Kingdom, Igwe Emmanuel Ugwu said the corps needs all support it could get from the people, as “they are performing.”
Ugwu noted that most times, members of the public only see minor and isolated mistakes, but fail to view the overall picture of harsh weather and sacrifice of putting their lives at stake for others. (NAN)
