NSCDC Commits to Secure Osun Governorship Election
On Thursday, during an operational visit to Osun State, Abubakar Audi, the Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), vowed to take decisive action against anyone attempting to disrupt the electoral process for the upcoming governorship election on August 15. Audi's visit aimed to assess security preparedness and enhance coordination ahead of the election.
He met with Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, who expressed concerns about security threats from political factions aimed at intimidating voters. Audi assured the governor and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of the corps' commitment to protecting electoral materials and facilities.
He warned against vandalism and interference with the electoral process, stating that the NSCDC is integral to election security. Audi instructed personnel to maintain professionalism and collaborate closely with the Nigeria Police Force, the lead agency in election security operations.
The NSCDC remains dedicated to ensuring a secure environment for citizens to exercise their voting rights.
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