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NSCDC Vows to Protect Telecommunications Facilities from Vandals
NSCDC Vows to Protect Telecommunications Facilities from Vandals
By Michael Mike
The Commandant General (CG) of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Dr Ahmed Audi has vowed to stamp vandalisation of telecommunications infrastructure across the nation.
This decision was taken following the recent attacks by miscreants and vandals on telecommunication facilities across some Northern parts of the country which created huge loss of resources and revenues to both government and private investors in the sector.
Representing the CG during a courtesy visit to the Chief Executive Officer, NATCOM Development and Investment Limited, Dr. Babatunde Omotoba at their head office in Maitama, Abuja, ACG Irabor Beatrice, who in charge of Telecommunications and Power Department, NSCDC National Headquarters, stated that the Corps is poised to tackle the menace of vandalism affecting the telecommunications infrastructure in the country.
She assured the NATCOM boss that as the lead agency in the protection of Critical Infrastructure and National Assets, the Corps will leave no stone unturned in protecting the Telecom sector and reduce attacks on its infrastructures to the bearest minimum if not eradicated completely.
She said: “The CG has directed me assure you that the war against vandalism of our Telecommunication infrastructure is total and unrelenting, this will surely extend to every parts of the country.
“It is no longer going to be business as usual for the enemies of this sector, we are stepping up our operations and strategies with renewed vigor to solve this menace, I assure you.”
Irabor reiterated that Nigeria Telecom Market has witnessed strong growth in recent years due to increasing urban population with rising adoption of the mobile phones that supports 3G, 4G and 5G services across the country, hence the Corps will not relent in protecting the industry against saboteurs who are against the economic prosperity of the Nation.
“As a major stakeholder, the Corps’ efforts would be geared towards reducing issues of threats and attacks to the Infrastructural facilities of the Nation.
“We are going to proactively and deliberately secure telecom facilities and bring perpetrators to justice in order to make life better for our people”, she assured.
In his response, Dr. Babatunde Omotoba praised the efforts of the officers and men of the NSCDC in protecting Telecommunications facilities across Nigeria.
He said: “I want to use this opportunity to thank the leadership of the Corps, especially the Commandant General for the good job the Corps’ personnel are doing in the protection of our Telecom Assets and Infrastructure across the states.
“Their selfless service and display of integrity and lack of compromise cannot be overlooked, we are really grateful.”
“We will continue to cooperate with the Corps with a view to sustaining the existing relationship because we have seen the good work your people are doing”, he said.
NSCDC Vows to Protect Telecommunications Facilities from Vandals
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
By Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has commenced pre-event activities for its Combat Arms Training (CAT) Week 2026 with a free medical outreach for residents of Birnin Yaro community in Kaduna State.
Security sources said the outreach, which held on May 2, was flagged off by the Chief of Integrated Combat Arms, Maj.-Gen. G.M. Mutkut, as part of preparations for the CAT Week scheduled to take place at Jaji Military Cantonment from May 4 to May 8, 2026.
The sources disclosed that the programme provided free medical consultations and treatment for members of the host community, as well as personnel and their family members.
According to the sources, the initiative was designed to strengthen civil-military relations while improving access to basic healthcare services for underserved communities.
They added that senior officers, including the Principal Staff Officer from Headquarters Infantry Corps Centre and members of the Central Organising Committee for the CAT Week, were in attendance.
The sources noted that the event was conducted peacefully and without any incident.
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists in Borno, Recover Phones and Charms
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two suspected terrorists during a patrol operation in Ngamdu town, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 5:35 p.m. on May 2 by troops of 154 Battalion while on routine patrol within the area.
The sources disclosed that the suspects were intercepted and arrested during the patrol.
According to the sources, items recovered from them include one mobile phone, one keypad phone, a power bank, charms and other sundry items.
They added that the suspects are currently in military custody for further interrogation and investigation.
The sources noted that further action will be taken after profiling, while patrols in the area have been intensified to maintain security dominance.
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists in Borno, Recover Phones and Charms
Four Killed, Three Injured in Attack on Illegal Mining Site in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Four persons have been killed and three others injured following an attack by unknown gunmen at an illegal mining site in Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 1:30 p.m. on May 2 at Mazat mining site, where the victims were reportedly engaged in unauthorised mining activities.
The sources disclosed that the assailants opened fire on the victims, killing four on the spot while three others sustained varying degrees of gunshot injuries.
According to the sources, the injured victims—two females and one male—were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention and are currently receiving treatment.
They added that the corpses of the deceased have been deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy.
The sources further noted that security operatives were mobilised to the scene, while additional deployments have been made to track down the perpetrators.
They reiterated that night mining activities remain prohibited in the state, stressing that investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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