The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, has announced its preparedness for a watertight security on Critical National, State and Local Government Assets and Infrastructure during the official visit of the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, to Anambra State on Thursday.
The Head of Media and Tactical Operations of the Command, Superintendent of Corps, Edwin Okadigbo, made this known in Awka on Tuesday while briefing the press at the State Command Headquarters Awka.
Okadigbo disclosed that already visibility patrols had been activated across all the designated venues of the first Lady’s engagement across the state to assure residents of their security, adding that there will be total security coverage before, during and after the visit.
According to him, the NSCDC State Commandant, Commandant Maku Olatunde in an operational order released for the visit has charged Area Commanders, Divisional Officers, Composite Commanders and Tactical Unit heads to implement proactive measures to safeguard all Critical Assets and Infrastructure, the high-profile visitor, VIPs, and members of the public during the event.
He charged personnel deployed for the operation to be on red alert and to complement the existing security architecture to ensure comprehensive coverage for a seamless and hitch-free visit.
“In line with our core mandate of protecting Critical National, State and Local Government Assets and Infrastructure, and ensuring the safety of lives and property, we have issued a detailed operational order to all officers deployed to various locations on the First Lady’s itinerary, to remain vigilant, disciplined and responsive to emerging situations,” he stated.
He further disclosed that the Command had put in place robust security measures and has harmonized its operational plans with other sister security agencies to guarantee a peaceful atmosphere before, during, and after the visit.
“We have mobilized sufficient armed and unarmed personnel to provide security cover for Her Excellency before, during, and after the visit. Our goal is to enable residents of Anambra State to receive the First Lady and her entourage in a safe and secure environment,” he added.
The Command enjoined members of the public to actively support the NSCDC’s efforts by reporting any suspicious activities or any act capable of causing a breakdown of law and order to the nearest NSCDC formation for swift intervention through the following numbers; 08035781835 , 08036789255, or 08036172748.
“We will not tolerate any act that threatens public peace or targets critical government assets and infrastructure. Anyone found wanting will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law,” he warned.
