Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Dr Ahmed Audi has appreciated President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu for all the support and encouragement given to the Corps by the Nigerian government.
He expressed hope of commissioning NSCDC Arms Training College and Support Services, Udege in Nasarawa Local Government Area soon by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
Speaking after an inspection visit to the college, the CG described the quality of work done so far as “fantastic” considering the finishing facilities used.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo expressed optimism that the presence of the Corps in Udege by siting the College coupled with output to serve as operational formation will go a long way in fighting acts of criminality like banditry and kidnapping.
He warned perpetrators to stop or face the full wrath of the law.
According to him, “the decision to establish the college was taken in response to services like the Armed Squad personnel amongst others to reposition the NSCDC to be able to discharge its duties like protection of critical national assets and Infrastructure effectively.”
He pledged that the college would be put to use maximally in Justifying the existence of the Corps which is to serve Nigeria and Nigerians.
The NSCDC boss maintained that training is the bedrock of any organisation, hence his administration places a high premium and emphasizes on training, retraining, and capacity building.
On why his leadership has been able to come up with many colleges in just two years, Dr Audi explained that as a leader, he came prepared and his vision is to elevate NSCDC to a world-class service.
He reiterates his desire to leave a legacy that can be copied by others, stressing that he intends to leverage capacity building and regimentation.
Recall that within the two years of Audi-led administration as third Substantive Commandant General of the Corps, a Command and Staff College, Jos was established and the pioneer set of participants over 300 officers passed out.
The same tenure has also witnessed an unprecedented transformation in the development of curricula for all training institutions of the Corps.
Similarly, the Audi administration has developed a curriculum for the training of operatives and directors of the private security industry in the country.
To swing into action, the Commandant General has inaugurated a 10-man training implementation committee to also ensure transformation of the industry which is under the purview of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.
Mercy Chukwudiebere
