New NSCDC Commandant vows to fight crime in Kwara

The new Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kwara, Bala Bodinga has pledged to fight crime in the state through collaboration with other security agencies. Briefing journalists on Thursday in Ilorin, Bodinga said “I am here to ensure the things that need to be put in place for the protection of critical …

Oluyede launches Operation Savannah Shield to tackle insecurity in Kwara

The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, on Thursday launched Joint Task Force Operation Savannah Shield to combat insecurity in Kwara and parts of Niger. Oluyede spoke during the flag-off at Sobi Cantonment Parade Ground, Ilorin, describing the operation as a proactive kinetic response to kidnapping and related crimes. He said troops would sweep …

New NSCDC Commandant resumes office in Kwara, warns criminals

Kwara Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has officially welcomed Commandant Bala Bodinga, as the 15th substantive State Commandant. Bodinga deployment to Kwara was approved by the Commandant General of the Corps, Ahmed Abubakar Audi, as part of ongoing strategic efforts to strengthen operational effectiveness across the state. This is contained …

Nigeria Customs partners’ sister agencies for adequate security in Kwara

The Nigeria Customs service, Kwara command has commenced a strategic move to  increase border security and streamline operations through partnerships with sister security agencies and other stakeholders in the state. This is contained in a statement signed by the  Public Relations Officer of Customs Kwara Command, DSC Sani Suleiman. Customs Area Controller, Najeem Ogundeyi, said …

Gov AbdulRazaq visits Kaiama, Woro, orders humanitarian support for terror victims

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has directed the state emergency management agency to mobilise support for victims of the Tuesday night terrorist attacks in Woro, Kaiama Local Government Area of the State. The Governor made the directive around 2 a.m. on Thursday following his visit to the community where he commiserated with the victims, the …

Bandits attack Kwara communities, kill villagers, burn houses

Two communities of Woro and Nuku in the Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara have on Tuesday evening attacked by bandit. It was gathered that many families lost their loved ones in the violent attack, while several houses were reportedly burnt by the hoodlums. This was contained in a statement signed by the Chief Press …

NSCDC commissions new divisional office to boost security in Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara Command, has commissioned a new divisional office in Epe-Opin, Ekiti LGA, to curb rising insecurity. Commandant, Umar Mohammed, on Monday said the commissioning was part of ongoing efforts to strengthen community safety and enhance the corps’ operational reach across the state. He explained that increasing security …

Customs in Kwara seizes N1.2bn worth of smuggled goods

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kwara Area Command says it has intercepted contraband items with a duty paid value of N1.2 billion in the last one month. The acting Area Controller of the Service, Mr Najeem Ogundeyi, disclosed this while addressing newsmen at the command headquarters in Ilorin. Ogundeyi said the achievement underscored the command’s …

NSCDC inaugurates Amoyo Divisional Headquarters in Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara Command, on Thursday, inaugurated the Amoyo Divisional Headquarters, Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state, to strengthen security at the grassroots. Gov. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, represented by the Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Alhaji Abdullahi Bata, described security as a critical foundation for …

Nigeria Custom Service gets new Head in Kwara

The Nigeria Customs Service, Kwara Command has appointed an Acting Area Controller, DC Najeem Akanmu Ogundeyi. Ogundeyi expressed appreciation to the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi and his management team for giving him the opportunity to serve the nation in that capacity. He extended sincere appreciation and commendation to Comptroller Faith Mathew Ojeifo …

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