NSCDC LAUNCHES SHOW OF FORCE IN ANAMBRA AHEAD OF NATIONWIDE PROTEST
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The Anambra State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has started a show of force in preparation for the nationwide protests set to begin on August 1.
On Tuesday, NSCDC State Commandant Maku Olatunde led the officers in the exercise, stating that it display the command’s readiness and commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment and asserting control over public spaces.
The show of force began at the state command headquarters in Awka, the state capital, and extended across key routes including the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, Ziks Avenue, Regina Caeli Junction, Kwata Junction, New Parts Nkpor, Nkpor-Junction, Borromeo Roundabout, Awka Road, DMGS Roundabout, Upper New Market Road, Oguta Road, and concluded at the Head Bridge in Onitsha.
The exercise showcased a strong security presence across the various localities visited.
The state commandant declared that the current display of force, which will persist until August 12, serves as a testament to the agency’s readiness and dedication to ensuring the round-the-clock security of critical national assets and infrastructure.
He said, “This proactive measure seeks to preempt and mitigate any potential incidents of vandalism, breaches of peace, and lawlessness that may occur in conjunction with the planned nationwide protest.
“The coordinated display of force with other security agencies in Anambra State, within their respective areas of expertise, sends an unequivocal message that the state’s security machinery is robustly prepared to take firm and decisive action against any individuals attempting to disguise themselves as protesters and compromise the existing safety and security atmosphere.”
Olatunde warned youths against being used to inflict terror on law-abiding citizens and damage critical assets and public infrastructure provided by the government.
He urged citizens to cooperate with security agencies and report any suspicious activities that could disrupt the relative peace in Anambra State.
Additionally, the state commandant advised officers deployed for the protest to avoid unprofessional conduct, emphasizing that the command would not hesitate to take action against anyone involved in misconduct or unprofessional behavior.
“In the execution of your lawful duties, I implore you to exercise extreme caution and vigilance. Demonstrate exemplary self-control, eschew trigger-happy tendencies, and avoid confrontations with protesters. Prioritise de-escalation techniques to guarantee a peaceful and serene outcome,” he added.
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