NSCDC deploys 2000 personnel for Eid-el-Fitr celebration in Edo
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State has deployed over 2,000 personnel to ensure safety during the Eid al-Fitr celebrations. The move is aimed at maintaining peace before, during, and after the festive period. According to the State Commandant, officers have been drawn from several specialised units, including counter-terrorism and disaster […]
Ahmed Audi retires as NSCDC boss
Ahmed Audi has retired as Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps after reaching the mandatory retirement age. He officially stepped down during the 2026 World Civil Defence Day celebration at the corps’ headquarters in Abuja. Audi was appointed on 1 March 2021 by former President Muhammadu Buhari and led the agency for […]
NSCDC Arrests Two Islamic Clerics Over Abuse Of Qur’anic Pupils In Ondo
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested two Islamic clerics in Owo, Ondo State, for allegedly torturing and abusing two minors under their care. The suspects, Adebodun Muideen (30) of Al-Balaagul-Mubeen Arabic and Islamic Centre, and Oladejo Musiliu (35) of Abdullah Arabic and Islamic Centre, were apprehended following a complaint filed by […]
NSCDC intercepts truckload of vandalised railway tracks, arrests five suspects in Bauchi
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Bauchi State have intercepted a truck conveying vandalised railway materials and arrested five suspects in connection with the crime. The operation was carried out following credible intelligence that led officers to trail the truck before stopping it along a major route in the state. […]
NSCDC commences investigation into volunteer’s death in Kano
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has launched an investigation into the death of one of its volunteers in Kano State. The incident has attracted public attention, with many residents calling for a transparent inquiry into what led to the volunteer’s death. According to the NSCDC, a special team has been set up […]
NSCDC deploys 2,380 personnel for yuletide
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced the deployment of 2,380 personnel across the country to ensure safety and security during the yuletide season. The move is part of the agency’s strategy to prevent crime and maintain public order during the festive period. The NSCDC explained that officers will be stationed in […]
NSCDC arrests six suspected illegal miners in Edo
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested six people for allegedly engaging in illegal mining activities in Edo State. According to officials, the suspects were caught during a routine operation aimed at stopping unlawful extraction of mineral resources. The NSCDC said the arrest was part of its renewed effort to tackle crimes […]
NSCDC arrest 16 for allegedly conveying solid minerals without legal documents in Edo
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested 16 individuals in Edo State for allegedly transporting solid minerals without the required legal documentation. According to the Corps, the suspects were intercepted during routine patrols aimed at curbing illegal mining activities and protecting Nigeria’s natural resources from exploitation. Officials explained that the vehicles carrying […]
Edo NSCDC Commandant Slumps, Dies
The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State has passed away after reportedly slumping. The sad incident occurred suddenly, shocking officers, colleagues, and residents who described him as a committed officer dedicated to duty. Reports confirm that the Commandant collapsed and could not be revived despite efforts to save […]
NSCDC arrests six suspected ritualists for exhuming two-day-old corpse in Gombe
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Gombe State has arrested six men accused of exhuming a corpse for ritual purposes in Kwami Local Government Area. According to the command’s spokesperson, SC Buhari Saad, the suspects allegedly dug up the grave of late Mallam Manu Wanzam, an 85-year-old man who was buried only […]