FIC Report (Abia State) – The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Abia State Command, Commandant Akinsole Aderemi yesterday June 4,2025. has taken proactive measures to ensure adequate security during and after the Eid-El-Kabir Sallah celebration in the state. A total of 510 personnel have been deployed to provide security coverage and protection for critical national assets and infrastructure.
He made this known while addressing some Newsmen that the personnels deployed including officers and men from various departments, units, divisions, across the state.He pointed out that the officers will be with churches, recreational centers, markets, motor parks, and other public places.
Still speaking, he said “NSCDC will focus on securing critical facility belongings to federal, state and local Government, and infrastructure, recreational parks and centers, strategic facilities, and public spaces”, and directed that the deployment be carried out with utmost professionalism and diligence.
According to Akinsole, the deployment is aimed at ensuring the general public enjoyed this season of Eid-El-Kabir in peace, adding that the Command has made adequate provisions for personnel to be deployed to all places of worship and recreational centers across the state
Furthermore, he noted that the deployed personnel will work in collaboration with other security agencies to ensure a smooth and hitch -free sallah celebration.
The State Commandant urged the general public to report any suspicious movement of persons or items to the nearest divisional office. This measure is aimed at preventing any security breaches and ensuring a peaceful celebration.”
He said
The Commandant finally extended his heartfelt felicitations to all Muslim faithful in Abia State and wished them a peaceful Eid-El-Kabir celebration.
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Onyebuchi Juliet Nwabu
FIC Correspondent Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps.
5/6/2025.