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Eid-el-Kabir: NSCDC Deploys 40,000 Personnel for Hitch-free Celebration

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Eid-el-Kabir: NSCDC Deploys 40,000 Personnel for Hitch-free Celebration

By: Michael Mike

Forty thousand (40,000) personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have been deployed nationwide to allow for a hutch-free Eid-el kabir celebration.

A statement by the spokesman of the Corps, Olusola Odumosu on Tuesday said the deployment was ordered by the Commandant General (CG) of NSCDC), Dr. Ahmed Audi.

According to him, Audi directed the deployment of 40,000 personnel nationwide including those deployed for protection of Critical National Assets and Infrastructure and joint operations.

He said the CG charged all heads of formation to leave no stone unturned in ensuring effective security coverage of the country.

Odumosu also said the CG urged his men to increase their level of vigilance and be highly sensitive to their environment especially during this festive period to avoid unpleasant surprises from the enemies of the country.

The CG was quoted to have said: “You must be on top of your game, be very vigilant and highly sensitive to your environment because we are not going to take chances.”

He charged various Commands to be proactive, stating that, to achieve greater results, an intelligent-driven approach must be adopted to nip crime in the bud.

He said: “Be proactive and make sure you engage intelligent driven strategies.

“This will help to get credible information about intended plans of criminal elements, so we can crush them before they strike.”

The Corps helmsman directed nationwide deployment to every nooks and cranny of the country and to man strategic locations such as places of worship, recreation centers, markets, shopping malls, motor parks, and all the locations of critical infrastructures and national assets in different states.

He warned all Zonal Commanders to effectively coordinate the formations under them to prevent any breach of peace.

He charged that: “All Special Forces of the Corps must be fully engaged during the Sallah celebration to guarantee the safety of lives of our people.

“I will hold Zonal Commanders responsible and State Commandants accountable for any breach of peace in any state during the Eid-el kabir celebration and beyond.”

The CG congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Vice President, Kashim Shettima and all Muslim faithful in the country on this year Sallah celebration.

He called on all Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for peace, unity and success of the new administration in achieving growth, development and renewed hope for the masses.

He charged all personnel to cooperate and synergise with other security agencies on the field to achieve results in the war against Nigeria’s enemies.

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21 kidnapped victims rescued at Enugu-Kogi border

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21 kidnapped victims rescued at Enugu-Kogi border

By: Zagazola Makama

Twenty-one kidnapped victims were rescued on Tuesday morning from a forested area along the boundary between Enugu and Kogi states, following a joint operation by security agencies.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on May 14 and the intelligence led to the deployment Army troops, police, neighbourhood watch groups, and forest guards to comb the area suspected to be harboring a gang of kidnappers and their captives.

The kidnappers abandoned the captives and fled upon the arrival of the joint security forces. The rescued victims were promptly taken to General Hospital Ogrute for medical examination and were certified fit.

Following their debriefing, the victims were safely reunited with their families. Efforts to track and apprehend the fleeing kidnappers are ongoing.

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Farmers-herders clash in Yobe leaves one dead, several injured

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By: Zagazola Makama

A deadly conflict between farmers and herders in Nangere Local Government Area of Yobe State resulted in the death of one person and injuries to others, following an altercation over farmland trespass.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that in the evening of May 13, a dispute broke out after an unidentified Fulani herder entered a farmer’s land with his animals.

During the confrontation, the farmer, Babayo Maina Osi, was shot in the forehead with an arrow and sustained injuries. The situation escalated, leading to a violent clash between the two groups.

In the ensuing fight, one Usman Mohammed, a 35-year-old resident of Chikuriwa village, was shot with an arrow and later confirmed dead at the General Hospital in Nangere.

Security personnel quickly intervened, sending detectives to the scene and restoring calm. Authorities recovered two cows and twenty-nine goats and rams allegedly seized by the farmers from the herders.

Leaders from both communities have been summoned for dialogue as investigations continue to prevent further escalation.
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NYCP Congratulates Tinubu on Delivery on Forest Guard Promise

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….Calls for Community-Led Implementation

By: Michael Mike

The Northern Christian Youth Professionals (NCYP) has congratulated President Bola Tinubu for fulfilling one of his key campaign promises — the revitalization of the Forest Guard.

The group said as outlined on page 9 of the President’s Renewed Hope manifesto (2022), he has delivered on it, noting that this critical move marks a decisive step in addressing the security challenges posed by violent groups hiding in Nigeria’s forests.

A statement by the National President of the group, Isaac Abrak read: “We commend President Tinubu for not only remaining true to his word but also for demonstrating that he has listened to the consistent calls by our organisation and other concerned Nigerians.

“The revitalization of the Forest Guard was the cornerstone of our campaign across the Northern region. At several campaign engagements, we urged Nigerians, especially those from vulnerable communities, to support President Tinubu, assuring them that he would establish community-based security outfits and recruit local youth to protect their forests and communities. Today, we are grateful that this vision is being realized.”

Abrak further said: “This achievement vindicates our decision to campaign vigorously for President Tinubu. To God be the glory.”

He added that: “As this initiative moves to implementation, we call on the Office of the National Security Adviser and the Federal Ministry of Environment to ensure that recruitment into the Forest Guard is driven by community inclusion and integrity. We firmly reiterate our belief that individuals residing in and around the 1,129 forest areas across Nigeria should be prioritized for recruitment. Their familiarity with the terrain gives them a unique advantage in combating criminal elements and maintaining security within these forests.

“Moreover, the success of this initiative will depend heavily on a transparent and depoliticized recruitment process. We urge the Federal Government to avoid making the Forest Guard an avenue for political patronage or the recruitment of individuals with questionable backgrounds. Community leaders and security agencies such as the DSS must be consulted to vet candidates thoroughly. Only Nigerians with a genuine commitment to protecting their communities should be enlisted.

“Similarly we reiterate that at inception the Forest Gaurd can recruit and empoy a total of 185,000 youths taking 5000 from each state including the Federal Capital Territory-Abuja.”

He posited that: “The Forest Guard could represent the last viable line of defense in the effort to curb terrorism and banditry in both the North and South. Therefore, the integrity and effectiveness of this unit must not be compromised. We caution all stakeholders — including the President, the National Security Adviser, and relevant ministries — to shield this initiative from political interference.

“During training, recruits must be imbued with values of patriotism, discipline, citizenship, and the One Nigeria dream envisioned by our founding fathers. These values should guide their conduct and deepen their loyalty to the nation.”

He said: “The NCYP remains committed to supporting the government, particularly the Office of the National Security Adviser under Mallam Nuhu Ribadu and the Federal Ministry of Environment headed by Alhaji Balarebe Abbas Lawal, as they carry out this critical national assignment. We are ready to collaborate in community sensitization, monitoring, and providing local insights to ensure the success of this initiative.

“We believe that, with sincere implementation, the revitalized Forest Guard will become a cornerstone in securing Nigeria’s forests and protecting its citizens.”

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