From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced the deployment of 800 personnel for the upcoming Easter celebration in Gombe. According to the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Command, Buhari Saad, the move is aimed at ensuring the safety and security of residents and visitors during the festive period.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the PRO said, “The deployment of the 800 personnel is to beef up security across the State for a peaceful Easter celebration. Commandant Muhammad Bello Muazu assured the people of the State of adequate security before, during, and after the Easter celebration”.
He explained that the NSCDC personnel will be stationed at various strategic locations across the state to maintain peace and order. He said, “The Officers and Men deployed were drawn from the Operations Department, Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU) Disaster Management Unit, Intelligence and Investigations Department, Chemical Biological Radioactive Nuclear and Energy (CBRNE), Critical National Assets and Infrastructure Protection Department, Anti Vandal Unit and Female Squad at the Command State Headquarters”.
He further stated that the state Commandant Muhammad Bello Muazu charged the personnel to be professional in the discharge of their duties, with a high sense of responsibility and utmost diligence. He further wished the people of the State and the Christian faithful a happy Easter Celebration.