By Palma Ileye
Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has charged Officers and men of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, to discharge their responsibilities efficiently and effectively to meet up the renewed expectations of the present administration.
Tunji-Ojo gave the charge when he paid an unscheduled visit to the FCT Command to inspect personnel and their facilities to ensure they were fulfilling mandate and standard operating procedures.
The visit according to the Minister was in line with Mr. President’s marching order to put all the security formations in perfect condition to meet the current security challenges in the country.
The Minister who inspected the newly constructed Quarter Guard, the ongoing training ground under construction and other facilities at the Command, expressed satisfaction with the performance of the FCT Commandant, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, noting that Paramilitary was about constant and proactive training for efficiency and effective service delivery.
He said, “The NSCDC has a huge role to play in internal and external security during this challenging period in our country. We are here to see your preparedness and as a matter of fact, I am impressed with your dedication and performance.”
He charged Officers and men of the Command to remain alert and up and doing adding that what he has seen on ground was an indication that the FCT Commandant is leaving with the future in view.
The Minister according to a press release signed by DSC Monica Ojobi, Ag. FCT CDPRO, assured the FCT Command of Mr. President’s readiness to support every initiative that will better the Corps in any area that will improve security in the country.
