The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR, has paid an operational visit to Osun State to assess security preparedness ahead of the upcoming election.
During the visit, the CG met with the Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission, and personnel of the NSCDC Osun State Command.
Addressing stakeholders, the CG reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to ensuring a peaceful, free, fair, and credible election. He said the NSCDC will also intensify efforts to protect critical national assets and infrastructure.
“We do not want any bloodshed,” the CG stated. “We will decisively deal with anyone who attempts to disrupt the electoral process.”
Governor Adeleke commended the CG for the visit and praised the NSCDC for safeguarding critical assets in the state. He expressed concern over recent threats by political factions to intimidate voters and urged the Corps to deploy adequate personnel to prevent violence.
At the INEC State Headquarters, the CG met with the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Babalola. He reiterated that the protection of electoral materials and facilities falls within the NSCDC’s mandate and pledged full operational support to the Commission.
“The NSCDC is an integral part of election security. We are partners in this process, and anyone who attempts to vandalize assets or interfere with the election will be seriously dealt with,” he warned.
Concluding his tour at the NSCDC Osun Command, the CG directed officers to be professional, avoid being trigger-happy, obey rules of engagement, and collaborate closely with the Nigeria Police Force and other sister agencies to ensure a secure election. Authority
