By Nengi Elijah
The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Kogi, Mr Ebenezer Aletan, has stressed the vital need for sustained collaboration between security agencies and educational establishments to curb insecurity across tertiary institutions.
Mr Aletan made the call on Wednesday whilst hosting the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University Lokoja, Prof Gbenga Ibileye, during a courtesy visit to the NSCDC State Headquarters in Lokoja.
He described tertiary institutions as critical national assets requiring robust protection, and assured the university’s management of the Corps’ unwavering commitment to maintaining safety on campus.
The Commandant also briefed the university delegation on the establishment of the National Safe School Response Coordination Centre by the NSCDC Commandant-General, Ahmed Audi. The centre has been set up to enhance the security of students and educational facilities nationwide.
According to him, regular engagement with students, lecturers, and other stakeholders within the academic community remains essential for effective intelligence gathering and improved security operations.
Earlier, Prof Ibileye explained that the visit was aimed at strengthening the existing partnership between the university and the Corps.
The Vice-Chancellor noted that the institution’s strategic location necessitated an increased security presence to guarantee safety and maintain orderliness within the university environment.
The visit concluded with an exchange of plaques between the two heads of institution as a symbol of their renewed partnership.
