Group hails NSCDC boss on professionalism 

A non-governmental organisation, the Integrity Advocacy for Development Initiative (IADI), has commended the Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ahmed Abubakar Audi, for his exceptional leadership, unwavering commitment to professionalism, and transformative initiatives.

In a statement made available to Blueprint in Abuja, Wednesday, the Executive Director of IADI, Comrade Chris Ofomhi, said Audi has repositioned the corps as a formidable force in maintaining national security and safeguarding critical infrastructure, especially during the nationwide protest by Nigerians.

Ofomhi commended the NSCDC for its exemplary handling of the recent hunger protest, where protesters were peacefully managed without incident, saying none of the protesters complained or fingered the NSCDC in allegations of harassment, intimidation, or threat, a testament to the corps’ professionalism and commitment to protecting human rights. 

This, he said, is a clear indication that the NSCDC has embraced international best practices in crowd control and management, even as he reaffirmed the group’s commitment to supporting the corps in its efforts to promote national security, safety, and development.

IADI praised the NSCDC’s commitment to excellence,

 professionalism, and community-based security initiatives, which have earned the corps the trust and confidence of the public. He also acknowledged the corps’ proactive approach to addressing security threats, such as pipeline vandalism, kidnapping, and banditry, which have posed significant challenges to national security.

“We are impressed by the NSCDC’s transformation under Commandant-General Audi’s leadership. His dedication to service, professionalism, and community engagement has set a new standard for security agencies in Nigeria. We urge the NSCDC to continue building on its achievements and call on other security agencies to emulate its exemplary leadership and transformational strides.

“The NSCDC’s success in managing the nationwide hunger protest is a clear indication that the corps is committed to upholding the principles of democracy and human rights. Their action during the protest demonstrated a clear understanding of the importance of protecting citizens’ rights to peaceful assembly and expression,” he said.