The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has graduated 137 batch 2 trained officers on basic arms and weapons handling in Abuja.
In a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer of the FCT Command, DSC Monica Ojobi on Wednesday, the passing out ceremony makes it 272 properly retained operatives from both batches in less than a year.
The FCT Commandant, Olusola Odumosu, in his address, said that training and retaining of officers is a continued responsibility of the corps.
“What we are doing here today is one of the ways we are stepping up our game against criminal elements in the FCT in line with the proactive nature and pace of the Minister of the FCT, Chief Barrister Nyesom Wike,” Odumosu remarked.
He explained that in line with the core mandates of the NSCDC which includes, but not limited to the protection of critical national assets and infrastructure, and protection of lives and properties, it has become imperative to train and retrain the personnel to be able to stand up to the emerging security challenges bedeviling the FCT.
Commandant Odumosu disclosed that the officers and men have been trained and equipped with knowledge and skills in weapons handling through months of rigorous regimentation defined by global standards.
He noted that in view of the significant trainings received by the men and officers with dedication, the Command has made significant arrest for various offenses ranging from vandalism and theft of public facilities, illegal mining, illegal private guards operations and other vices.
The Commandant congratulated the personnel passing out for their gallantry and expressed his satisfaction that the corps could rely on the officers, adding that the territory can trust them to protect public facilities, which are being installed as a matter of priority to make life better for the citizens.
He charged the officers to take their assignment seriously wherever they are being deployed, to represent the corps effectively and never to leave their orientation behind.
“In the discharge of your legitimate duties, always remember the rules of engagement, be professional in handling your riffles, protect lives and properties,” he stated .
Odumosu lauded the instructors for the crucial role in sharpening the skills, providing knowledge and instilling values necessary for this new batch of officers and men to succeed in their careers.
He saluted their courage, determination and passion for the job, assuring that the corps will not relent in its commitment to delivering on the corps’ core mandate.
The Commandant also noted that the corps will continue to justify the confidence reposed in it.
The event featured drills, unarmed combat, silent drills, among others.
