In a proactive move to address the current security challenges in Anambra State, the State Service Commanders held a strategic meeting at the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) State Command Headquarters in Awka, Anambra State, on 5th June 2024.
The meeting, attended by heads of security agencies in the state, including the NSCDC, Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services (DSS), Nigerian Army, and Nigerian Navy, discussed various security issues and pledged to work together to roll -back the unacceptable security tide occasioned by the increasing threat to internal security by terror elements, economic saboteurs and vandals.
The commanders brainstormed on strategies to ensure maximum security in Anambra State, including the protection of critical national assets and infrastructure, intelligence gathering and sharing, strategic deployment of both human and operational resources, and prompt response to emergencies.
The meeting agreed to increase surveillance and patrols in the state to prevent breakdown of law and order. The Host, State Commandant of NSCDC Anambra State, Comdt. Maku, emphasized the commitment of the security agencies to ensure the safety and security of lives and properties in Anambra State.
The service commanders also agreed to engage with local communities and stakeholders to gather intelligence and build trust, and to work together to respond quickly to any security threats.
The public is assured of the commitment of the security agencies to emplace peace and security in Anambra State.
The Core Services Commanders in the State were hosted by Comdt Maku Olatunde A. This is very significant and strategic as this is first time NSCDC in the history of the State, is playing host to such very vital and critical gathering, and the first to be held outside the NPF office in the State. The Core Services comprising NSCDC, NA,NN, NPF and DSS rolled out operational strategies for more robust synergy and symbiotic approaches on cooperation, collaboration and coordination.