By Palma Ileye
FCT Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in its continued efforts to ensure the protection of critical national assets and infrastructure have arrested 20 manhole thieves, vandals and scavengers in local parlance ‘baban bolah’ to drive home its riot act.
Speaking yesterday during the parade, Commandant of the NSCDC FCT Command, CC Olusola Odumosu said that arrest was to shed light on the resolute efforts of the FCT Command in curbing vandalism within the Federal Capital Territory.
Odumosu noted that as one of the statutory functions of the Corps, eradicating the activities of vandals has been at the forefront of its agenda.
He stated that the FCT Command has indeed spared no effort in achieving this crucial objective.
The FCT Commandant said that to counteract the escalating instances of theft and vandalism that have been adversely impacting the FCT Metropolis, the Command took an active approach saying, “we activated strategically planned routine night patrols, which proved to be highly effective. In the course of these patrols, we successfully arrested nineteen, 19, scavengers and miscreants within the stipulated time frame.
“The arrested suspects underwent comprehensive interview and profiling processes. Subsequently, they will be handed over to the Abuja Environmental Protection Board, AEPB, for possible further prosecution.”
He said that these intensified measures serve a dual purpose: deterring potential criminals and ensuring the apprehension of those responsible for these unlawful activities.
He added that through these actions, “we are sending an unequivocal and resolute message that criminal behavior will no longer be tolerated within our jurisdiction.”
He further noted that the proactive strategy that the Corps have embraced underscores the unswerving commitment of the government to address the concerns of its citizens.
“We are steadfastly dedicated to safeguarding the integrity of critical national assets and infrastructure throughout the FCT Metropolis,” he assured.
Furthermore, he said that the FCT Command remained fully committed to upholding its duty of curbing vandalism adding that its collective effort, combined with the support of the community and relevant agencies, will undoubtedly contribute to a safer and more secure Federal Capital Territory, FCT.
