NSCDC to Strengthen Security in Bwari Area Council, FCT

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, has vowed to deploy additional personnel to enhance security in Bwari Area Council, an area known for frequent kidnappings within the FCT.

Odumosu made this promise during a working visit to the Area Council, where he stressed the importance of collaboration between the NSCDC and the local administration in tackling insecurity in the area and its surroundings.

Addressing the Area Council’s management, led by Chairman Hon. John Gabaya, Odumosu reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to the safety of all residents in Bwari.

In a statement from the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Samuel Idoko, Odumosu told the Chairman and his team that the NSCDC FCT Command is ready to provide support through enhanced intelligence sharing and the deployment of additional personnel as necessary.

“We are committed to working closely with the Area Council to ensure our communities remain peaceful and safe,” Odumosu stated.

The FCT Command leader condemned the recent surge in kidnappings in Bwari Area Council in late 2023 and early 2024 but praised security agencies for their swift action in addressing the crisis.

“Although there are still isolated incidents of kidnappings and other criminal activities, we assure residents that we will continue our partnership with the Area Council and other security agencies to eliminate all security threats,” he assured.

Dr. Odumosu also encouraged residents to share credible and verifiable intelligence with the Corps, emphasizing that perpetrators often reside within the communities. He assured them that such information would be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Hon. Gabaya expressed gratitude for the proactive efforts of the NSCDC and underscored the crucial role of collaboration in ensuring a secure environment. He pledged his full support to the Commandant.

Additionally, Dr. Odumosu visited Kawu and Igu, two communities in Bwari that are particularly vulnerable to kidnappings, to personally assess the security situation.