NSCDC creates 17 new Area Commands, Divisions in Kwara

By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin
The Kwara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has bolstered its operational structure with the creation of seven new Area Commands and 11 Divisions across the 16 Local Government Areas of the state.
The Kwara State Commandant, Dr. Umar Muhammed, announced that the establishment of these new Area Commands and Divisions was approved by the Commandant General, Dr. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR. The move is part of the Corps’ ongoing efforts to fulfill its core mandates and statutory responsibilities, with the aim of enhancing operational efficiency and service delivery across the state.
This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Command Public Relations Officer, ASC1 Ayoola Shola, on Monday in Ilorin.
Dr. Muhammed emphasized that the initiative complements the existing Area Commands and Divisions, reinforcing the Corps’ commitment to strengthening its presence within communities and fostering collaboration in the fight against all forms of criminality.
The newly created Area Commands include:
AREA I (LAFIAGI)
AREA J (OKE-OYI)
AREA K (AGBABIAKA)
AREA L (PATIGI)
AREA M (KAIAMA)
AREA N (SHARE)
AREA O (ILLE-MONA)
The 11 newly established Divisions are:
ALAGBADO DIVISION
JEBBA DIVISION
KPADA DIVISION
ILUPEJU DIVISION
SHONGA DIVISION
TSARAGI DIVISION
ORO DIVISION
BACITA DIVISION
LADE DIVISION
AGBABIAKA DIVISION
AMAYO DIVISION
“The new Area Commands and Divisions have commenced operations, and I encourage the public to cooperate with the personnel in these offices as we work to eliminate criminal elements from our communities,” Dr. Muhammed said.
He reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to ensuring that Kwara State does not become a safe haven or breeding ground for criminal activities.