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ICPC: NSCDC Commandant forfeits 60 buildings, land to FG
By Mike Oboh
A Federal High Court, sitting in Abuja, has ordered the final forfeiture of 60 buildings illegally acquired by a former Deputy Commandant of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC), Adenike Ishola Bintu, to the Federal Government of Nigeria.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in a forfeiture proceedings, had approached Justice O. A. Egwuata, praying for an order for the final forfeiture of the 60 buildings and a 9.6 hectare plot of land, both located at Sabon-Lugbe South-West Extension, Airport Road, Abuja, alleged to have been acquired by Bintu through corrupt means.
Counsel to ICPC, John-Paul Okwor, told the court that the Commission was relying on Section 48 (1) (2) and (3) of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act, 2000, which gives it power to approach the courts to forfeit properties corruptly acquired by individuals.
The Commission had argued before the court that the former NSCDC Deputy Commandant, set up a private company, Faith Winners Victory Properties Limited, through which she allegedly perpetrated the fraud by selling plots of land to unsuspecting members of the public.
The court heard that Bintu claimed that the land, which she used to dupe over 1000 people that subscribed into the estate business, was owned in partnership with NSCDC.
However, the subscribers, who had made several payments running into millions of naira, were never allocated plots of land nor had their funds returned to them by Bintu and her company.
Furthermore, ICPC proved before the court that Bintu, who had jumped bail and is now a fugitive, did not enter into any partnership with NSCDC to build estates for members of the public.
She told the court in her argument that ICPC had no powers to prosecute civil cases and that Sections 6 and 48 of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act, 2000, relied upon by the Commission have been repealed by the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act, 2003. Therefore, the case should be struck out, she prayed.
Her arguments were dismissed by the court for lack of merit, and Justice Egwuata then ruled that all the 60 buildings and the 9.6 hectare of land situated at Sabon-Lugbe South-West Extension, Airport Road, Abuja, listed by ICPC be forfeited to the federal government.
December 23, 2021
Yuletide Security: NSCDC Deploys Over 2,000 Personnel For Safety In Kogi
From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
The Commandant of Kogi State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, Suleiman I Ibrahim Mafara said in Lokoja that over two thousand personnel of the corps have been deployed for a hitch free yuletide season.
Commandant Mafara said possible flash points have been identified across the State with men of the Command Strike Force, deployed to nip crime and criminality in the bud.
According to him, the Command is also in synergy with Sister agencies for a safer Kogi State before, during and after the festive season.
The NSCDC Boss attributed the relative peace and successes recorded in the State to collaboration among security agencies and the unflinching support received from Governor Yahaya Bello.
The State Commandant urged the people of the State to partner with the Corps through information sharing and intelligence report about criminal activities to help in addressing seemingly security challenges.
He said the NSCDC has fare well in terms of logistics, welfare and combat readiness under the leadership of the Commandant General Ahmed Abubakar Audi who has reposition the Corps for maximum output.
December 22, 2021
Clerics Pass Vote Of Confidence On NSCDC Reforms
…Holds Joint Prayer Session For Dr Aburbarkar Audi
…Sues For Moral Support For Buhari
The College of Bishops, Imams and Clergy Councils of Nigeria(CBNCCN) has passed a vote of confidence on the leadership of the Nigerian Civil Defence Corps Dr Audi Abubarkar over what it described as exceptional reforms capable of transforming the NSCDC .
Bishop Abel King, National Coordinator of the group while briefing press men in Abuja on Friday insisted that the whole country was proud of the operations of the NSCDC in safeguarding public infrastructure.
“Under the Audi led NSCDC, professionalism has been prioritised and things have greatly improved”
“The International Human Rights index perception of officers of the NSCDC having regard to abuse of human rights of civilians has confirmed professionalism in the agency.
“Indiscrimate looting of public infrastructure is now a thing of the past ” Dr Audi indeed deserves our prayers and moral support.
The clerics futhee commended president Buhari for always getting it right on choice of appointments as demonstrated in Dr Aburbarkar Audis’ excellent leadership just within a year.
” As clerics who relate with masses , we are committed to advocacies that will help the NSCDC protect public infrastructure for the over all good of the country.
“To this end, we will be mobilising our brother Imams in the Islamic faith to join us we hold our end of year thanksgiving prayer rally.
The clerics charged Dr Audi to remain focused in the face of distractions so as to sustain the modest achievements and consolidate to achieve the mission of NSCDC for Nigeria .
December 17, 2021
DPR, NSCDC pledge to improve collaboration in A’Ibom
The Department of Petroleum Resources, (DPR) has restated it’s commitment to synergise amd improve on existing cooperation with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Akwa Ibom.
Mr Victor Ohwodiasa, State Operations Controller of DPR made this known when he received Mr Abidemi Majekodunmi, the State Commandant of NSCDC in his office in Eket.
Ohwodiasa noted that the visit had rekindled the relationship between the two organisations, adding that it would enhance synergy and collaboration between the two organisations.
“I have a robust and fruitful deliberations with the civil defense and we will work in harmony and synergy to achieve the Nigerian project “a Country of our dream.” The Controller said.
He reiterated DPR’s commitment to collaborating with NSCDC to support the delivery of its functional obligations and core mandates to the oil and gas industry.
“We need you in the area of violation of DPR seals by filling stations and Cooking gas (LPG) attendants to ensure our sealing orders are not violated.
“The visit is a show of mutual respect for our organisations and our desire to effectively secure critical national assets and enforce regulatory compliance by oil and gas operators in the state.” He said.
Ohwodiasa said the department was not only an oil and gas regulator but also a business enabler and an opportunity provider for operators to achieve business success and sustainability.
He appealed to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (cooking gas) operators to conduct their businesses within the regulatory framework governing oil and gas business.
Ohwodiasa advised the cooking gas operators to stop de-canting by transferring cooking gas from one cylinder to another saying that DPR has not approved any facility to carry out the process because “it is a dangerous practice.”
He appealed to the public to always buy cooking gas from only DPR’s licensed facility in the state.
Majekodunmi in his response promised NSCDC’s support for DPR noting that the NSCDC has the responsibility of protecting critical infrastructures, assets, factories, pipelines, monitors and trains private guards in the state.
“It is my hope and conviction that we work together in order to build a robust partnership.” The Commandant said.
July 29, 2021
Benue State NSCDC Command Dismisses Speculation Over Recruitment Exercise
By Isaac Kertyo, Makurdi
Benue State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC), Makurdi, Mr Philip Okoh has dismissed the speculation that the Command has embarked on recruitment of new Personnel.
Okoh who debunked the allegation while briefing Newsmen at the Command Headquarters, Makurdi maintained that NSCDC is currently doing an in-house training for the officers to prepare them towards tackling the security challenges bedeviling the country.
According to the Commandant, the Command had commenced screening and selection of Officers ahead of their proper training in line with the core mandate of the National Headquarters.
Okoh pointed out that the process was to ensure restructuring, reforming and restoring the glory of the Corp towards combating Insecurity.
The Commandant hinted that between November, 2020 and June, 2021, the Command had arrested 14 suspects in different parts of the state those who specialize in vandalizing National infrastructures, noting that some of them have been charged to court.
He urged members of the Public to cooperate with the Command in areas of Intelligence gathering, surveillance to enable it surmount security challenges in the state.
July 16, 2021
4 candidates in NSCDC net for destroying some facilities in CBT centre
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, (NSCDC) in Bayelsa on Thursday said four male candidates were arrested for vandalism during the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations.
Mrs Christiana Abiakam-Omanu, Commandant of the NSCDC in the state, made this known while briefing newsmen.
Obiakam-Omanu said the suspects were arrested at a Computer-Based Test Centre (CBT) in Federal University Otuoke.
She warned that NSCDC would not tolerate vandalism of government infrastructure adding that the corps remains totally committed to its mandate and would spare no effort in prosecuting vandals.
Abiakam-Omanu said that the four male candidates registered for the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) CBT examination in Otuoke centre in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa.
”The suspects on June 22, disrupted the smooth exercise that was on going and destroyed some facilities in the centre.
”They were allowed to participate in the examination having been registered by JAMB as candidates for the exams,” she said.
The commandant warned anyone who wants to tow the same line, to stay clear from all CBT centres in the state as the NSCDC would bring offenders to face the law.
She said investigation into the incident was in progress, adding that if found culpable, the suspects would face the full weight of the law.
On their part, the four suspects regretted their actions appeal for leniency from the government over their actions.
They also urged other candidates not to follow the part of protest which can cause trouble for them as JAMB candidates.
June 24, 2021
Jigawa LG Poll: NSCDC deploys 1,300 personnel
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) in Jigawa, says it has deployed 1,300 personnel for the Saturday’s council elections in the state.
Our correspondent reports that the Jigawa State Independent Electoral Commission (JISIEC) had fixed June 26 for the conduct of election in the 27 Local Government Councils across the state.
According to the electoral body, 18 political parties have fielded candidates for the 27 chairmanship and 288 councillors in the election.
The spokesman of the Corps, CSC Adamu Shehu, told our correspondent in Dutse on Thursday that the gesture was to provide adequate security during pre and post election periods.
Shehu said the personnel would be deployed to the Polling Units (PUs), collation centres and other strategic places.
He said the Corps would work in snergy with other security agencies to provide security to both JISIEC offices, election materials, election workers, voters and members of the public during the election exercise.
The Corps, he said, would ensure 24-hour surveillance through mounting of mobile and static patrol teams at flash points across the state.
He said Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) were being mobilised in all its formations to enhance emergency response to distress situations.
“The State Commandant, Mr Mustapha Talba, in a quest to record a hitch-free electioneering process, strongly admonished his personnel to strictly adhere to the rules of engagement which include the use of minimum force, professionalism, zero tolerance to corruption, fairness, among others.
“The commandant also enjoined parents and party stalwarts to caution their wards and supporters against acts capable of breaching the relative peace in the state,” he said.
June 24, 2021
Insecurity: NSCDC establishes Female Squad – CG
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has established a Female Squad, aimed at enhancing security in schools susceptible to bandits’ attack.
The NSCDC Commandant-General, Mr Ahmed Audi, disclosed this on Friday at the passing out parade of personnel of the squad at the corps training College in Katsina.
“Female Squad is a child of necessity borne out of the need to effectively curtail the recent upsurge of insecurity occasioned by armed banditry, kidnapping, insurgency and the need to effectively implement government’s proposed Safe School Initiative.
“Recent upsurge and frequency of attacks by bandits who engage in kidnapping of students for ransom has made it imperative to focus attention on intensifying security in schools environment.
“This is a proactive measure toward guaranteeing safety and restoring the confidence of students, parents, teachers and the community in the country’s security architecture,’’ Audi said.
He said that the corps would continue to take proactive measures in collaboration with sister agencies to guarantee security for the socio-economic development of the country.
The commandant-general charged the personnel to continue to do their best in combating security challenges facing the nation.
May 21, 2021
Eid-El-Fitr: NSCDC promises to protect lives, properties in Kaduna
Ahead of Eid-El-Fitr celebrations, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC), Kaduna State command has assured residents of the state and its environs of adequate protection of lives and properties during and after the festive period.
This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by the State Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASC
According to the statement, the State Commandant, Nuraddeen Abdullahi urged all residents and members of the Public to ensure surveillance and report any criminal activity to the command for urgent attention.
He said, “the present security threats are surmountable, especially with the support of the citizenry.”
“Challenges of banditry and kidnapping among others bedevilling the state and nation, in general, are worrisome and efforts are being intensified to end it.” The statement further added
He expressed the determination of the command to protect critical national assets and infrastructure like railway, ports authority, pipeline and other national facilitates.
The statement further said the command is committed to ending all forms of criminality including the arrest of vandals and therefore called on members of the public to always provide useful information that will lead to the arrest of suspected criminals.
Commandant Abdullahi appealed to residents not to lose confidence in the response of security agencies saddled with the responsibility of protecting lives and property.
May 11, 2021
Navy Hands Over 304 (50kg) Bags of Crude Oil, Wooden Boat, 2 Suspects to NSCDC In Kogi
By Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
The commandant of kogi state command of Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr. Peter Maigeri on Monday in Lokoja warned criminals of all shades and operations to stay off the state or meet their waterloo.
The commandant gave the warning on Monday during the handing over ceremony of 304( 50kg) polythene bags of crude oil, a wooden boat and two suspects arrested by the Nigeria Navy (NNS) Lugard lokoja .
Maigeri who commended the Navy for the arrest of the suspects ,who he described as economic saboteurs of the country , reminded that his command had in the last two months arrested no fewer than four articulated trailers laden with bags of unauthorised petroleum products.
He noted that the existing synergy between the security agencies in the state has made it impossible for criminals to succeed in their nefarious acts stressing that the upsurge in the arrest of high wired criminals its part of their determination to stamp out crimes and criminality through inter agency synergy.
“In my candid advise they should avoid kogi state. There would be no hiding place for them as we are ahead of their strategies. Whatever strategy they develop we will get them.” He warns.
He disclosed that the four trailers laden with the same illicit petroleum products some times ago have been forfeited to the federal government.
He added that the command has secured partial forfeiture order for the trailers while the products have been forfeited to the federal Government and called on the other sister agencies and individuals to assist with information that will lead to the arrest of criminals.
While handing over the suspects to the commandant, the commander of the Nigeria Navy ship Lugard Commodore Clement Atebi said the eagle eyes of his men on patrol at the maritime domain in the state arrested the two suspects with the large consignment of the illicit petroleum products.
He said with the directive from the Chief of Naval staff on zero tolerance for crimes on maritime environment, he advise predators to pack their luggage from the state or be ready to meet superior fire power.
He said the wooden boat laden with 304 polythene bags of black oil and crude oil were arrested along Itobe water ways.
While fielding questions from Journalists , the suspects Adamu Muhammed 25, from Idah LGA of kogi state and Prince Kelechikwu Emersim 20, from Anambra state said they were only contracted to off load the consignment at Lokoja.
Mohammed while narrating his ordeal amidst sobbing, said it was poverty and inability to pay for his WAEC fees that took him to port Harcourt where he met Kelechi , a wheel barrow pusher who later introduced him to the boat owner.
April 26, 2021