By Taiwo Niyi
The Kwara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed more than 3,000 officers across the 16 local government areas of the state ahead of the local government elections scheduled for this weekend.
According to a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ayoola Michael Shola, and made available to journalists in Ilorin, Commandant Dr. Umar J.G. Mohammed disclosed that the personnel were drawn from various divisions, including the State Command, Area Commands, and Divisional Offices in all the LGAs.
“These officers will man polling units and work in collaboration with other security agencies to ensure peaceful elections.
“Our primary responsibility is to create an environment where the local government election can be conducted peacefully, free from violence, intimidation, ballot snatching, and any other disruptive actions,” Dr. Umar emphasized.
He further stated that the NSCDC would not tolerate any form of political thuggery, violence, or hooliganism.
“Any action aimed at disrupting the electoral process will be met with immediate and decisive action,” he warned.
Special units, including Operation Harmony, the Counter-Terrorism Unit, and the Female Squad, will patrol the state to enhance security.
Officers from the Anti-Vandal Unit and the Critical National Assets and Infrastructure Department will also be deployed to safeguard government assets during the election”
Dr. Umar urged political parties and citizens to cooperate with security agencies, advising them to avoid actions that could disrupt the peace.
