NSCDC deploys 2,350 operatives in Kwara for security during Eid celebration

By Mosunmola Ayobami,Ilorin

In a proactive move to guarantee safety and peace during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration, the Kwara State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Commandant Bala Bodinga, has approved the deployment of 2,350 operatives across the state.

The sole purpose of this initiative is to provide robust protection of critical national assets and the safety of residents throughout the Eid celebration.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASC I Shola Ayoola, on Tuesday in Ilorin.

As disclosed, the deployment will cover all sixteen (16) Local Government Areas of the state, with personnel drawn from specialized units, including the Armed Squad, Operational Harmony, Counter-Terrorism Unit, Anti-Vandal Unit, and the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNE) Unit.

According to sources, the operation is underpinned by credible intelligence and detailed threat mapping, with priority attention accorded to flashpoints, high-risk corridors and other sensitive locations to ensure maximum effectiveness and public safety.

In furtherance of this directive, area commanders and divisional officers have been mandated to sustain aggressive patrols, strengthen surveillance and implement proactive response measures within their areas of responsibility.

In his remark, Commandant Bodinga affirmed that the NSCDC will work closely with other security agencies, local vigilantes, and community members to ensure comprehensive coverage, rapid response, and uninterrupted public safety during the festive period.

He also extended felicitations to Muslim faithful on the successful completion of Ramadan amid urging residents to remain vigilant and support security efforts in the state.