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From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja
Ahead of the Eid-ul-Fitr celebration, the Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Dr Olusola Odumosu, has ordered the deployment of 4,000 personnel across the nooks and crannies of the FCT to enforce law and order and ensure a peaceful Eid-ul-Fitr.
In a statement, the deployment aims to ensure the security of the lives and property of FCT residents as well as Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI) in the territory and its environs before, during and after the celebration.
Officers and men are deployed across specialised departments and units, including the arms squad, female strike force, crack squad, chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) counter-terrorism unit, and agricultural rangers.
The statement noted that there is also a massive deployment to vulnerable locations and soft targets such as Eid prayer grounds and mosques, shopping malls, recreational centres, markets, motor parks, amusement parks and areas housing CNAI.
According to the NSCDC, in a move to ensure proactiveness and prevent emergencies or unforeseen circumstances, men of the undercover unit have already been deployed for covert operations and surveillance.
“Black spots like uncompleted buildings that harbour criminals are also covered to avert security breaches,” the corps said.
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Odumosu also gave matching orders to all area commanders and divisional officers to ensure their various area councils are on top of their game and that their presence is felt to avoid security hitches.
“All hands must be on deck. I will not tolerate any form of breaches. Ensure your personnel comply adequately,” he charged.
The FCT helmsman told all personnel to be disciplined and of good conduct and to work in synergy with other security agencies. He advised them to adhere strictly to the rules of engagement, avoid harassment and intimidation of any citizen, as well as accidental discharge.
He accordingly assured residents of the FCT of a safe celebration by ensuring a secure environment before, during and after the celebrations.
The commandant also urged residents of the FCT to be vigilant and report any suspicious movement, individuals or groups to any security agency near them.
“My personnel are ready to ensure a peaceful celebration. You have a part to play too by being proactive, vigilant and ready to cooperate with law-enforcement agencies for our collective good,” the commandant said.
He warned criminals and vandals to stay off CNAI, stating that NSCDC covert officers and patrol teams are all over the city and will not hesitate to bring any offender to justice.
