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Security: NSCDC to work in Synergy with Private Guards in Abuja
Security: NSCDC to work in Synergy with Private Guards in Abuja
By: Michael Mike
Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) is to work in synergy with Private Guard Companies (PGCs) in intelligence gathering to safeguard the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
The Commandant of the FCT Command of the NSCDC, Olusola Odumosu made this known while charging the Divisional Officers of the Command to work in synergy with Private Guard Companies (PGCs) in intelligence gathering.
Odumosu, who addressed all Divisonal Officers and Area Commanders within the FCT Command, asked them to actively supervise, monitor and engage all PGCs within their jurisdictions in a robust synergy that will enhance timely intelligence gathering and sharing.
He noted that training of the operatives of PGCs is one of the responsibilities of NSCDC, stating that the Command is putting together a training on intelligence gathering for PGCs that will better equip them while carrying out their duty.
The Commandant said that although there is already an existing synergy between security agencies, the role of PGC in the security architecture should be paramount.
He said: “Just as the NSCDC have a comparative advantage in information gathering, so are private guards operatives because they are closer to the people at the grassroot.
“Their spread and constant interaction with the public while rendering services in protecting private and government facilities provides an advantage in knowing happenings within their territory.”
He however urged residents to say something to security agencies whenever they see anything that seem to be suspicious or could be of security concern.
Odumosu said: “In as much as we have our men stationed at nooks and crannies as well as on patrol, the Corps cannot cover the entire FCT.
“We need citizens to be our eyes and ears at places we are unable to reach as this will go a long way in ensuring that insecurity is curbed.”
He assured that any information received by the Corps will be treated in confidentiality and shared between the appropriate authorities for proactive actions.
Security: NSCDC to work in Synergy with Private Guards in Abuja
Troops Neutralise Intruder Near Military Position in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 29 Task Force Brigade have neutralised a suspected intruder during a perimeter patrol in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
According to sources, the incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on June 20 at Ngamdu, where troops were conducting routine security patrols around a military location.
The sources stated that the troops sighted a female intruder approaching the defensive perimeter of the position.
The suspect was subsequently neutralised near the parapet during the operation.
Military authorities said the patrol was completed successfully without any further security incident.
Ngamdu, located along a strategic corridor in Kaga Local Government Area, has remained an area of security interest due to ongoing counter-insurgency operations in the North-East.
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai continue to maintain surveillance and conduct routine patrols aimed at preventing attacks and safeguarding military positions and surrounding communities.
Troops Neutralise Intruder Near Military Position in Borno
Two Teenage ISWAP Family Members Surrender to Troops in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Two teenage girls believed to be family members of ISWAP terrorists have surrendered to troops of the Nigerian Army in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
Military sources disclosed that the girls, identified as Tata Ahmodu, 16, and Adama Abubakar, 14, surrendered at about 1:35 p.m. on June 19 to troops of the 192 Battalion (Mechanised) deployed at Forward Operating Base Pulka.
According to preliminary findings, the teenagers escaped from a terrorist enclave in the Jongo area around the Dure general area within the Sambisa Forest axis.
The escapees reportedly told troops that sustained military pressure and lack of basic necessities within the camp contributed to their decision to flee the terrorist enclave.
Following their surrender, the girls were screened, documented and taken into custody by military authorities for further investigation and necessary action.
Security officials said the development reflects ongoing pressure on terrorist groups in the North-East, which continues to yield defections, surrenders and rescues of vulnerable persons.
They added that efforts are ongoing to sustain operations aimed at degrading terrorist capabilities and restoring normalcy in affected communities.
Two Teenage ISWAP Family Members Surrender to Troops in Borno
Troops Repel Bandits Attack in Kaduna Community, One Civilian Killed
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7 (Sub-Sector 71) Sanga under Operation Enduring Peace have repelled an attack by bandits on Ungwan Goma community in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Military sources disclosed that the incident occurred at about 7:30 a.m. on June 20 when troops responded to reports of an attack by unidentified gunmen on the community.
According to the sources, the troops, in collaboration with local youths, engaged the attackers and successfully repelled the assault, forcing the gunmen to withdraw.
However, during the confrontation, one civilian, identified as Mr. Yahaya Danladi, was killed.
The body of the deceased was handed over to Keystone Gwantu for necessary action.
Military authorities said troops have since intensified domination patrols and offensive operations within the general area to track down and possibly apprehend or neutralise the fleeing attackers.
They added that efforts are ongoing to restore calm and prevent further incidents in the affected community.
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