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NSCDC Unveils New Uniform for Smarter Service Delivery
Determined to improve the efficiency of the Corps, the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has unveiled additional uniform for the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) at the Ministry of Interior in Abuja.
The new addition, according to statement signed by the Director Public Relations DCC Olusola Odumosu, is made up of distinct Navy blue trouser with a white top and a symbolic red collar.
According to the Minister, the additional uniform is to add value to the Corps and promote effective service delivery and general efficiency in it’s assigned mandates.
“We are here today to unveil additional uniform to the set of uniforms already in use in NSCDC which the officers will wear only on Tuesday. The specificity of this has been displayed by the Commandant General of the Corps, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi who has come out in the beautiful uniform we are commissioning today” Minister said.
The Commandant General, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, while expressing through emotions of joy, thanked the Minister of Interior for his unwavering support and encouragement at all time as demonstrated again by his approval to use the new sets of uniform.
The CG explained that, the idea of an additional set of uniform for the Corps was conceived by the Management to key into the rebranding agenda of the current administration and to introduce a unique office wear which will depict and reflect the true characteristic of the Corps which is civility, humility and integrity in service delivery. The uniform has been categorized as officer’s wear, number 5C.
Dr Audi reiterated that, this set of uniforms stand out the Corps personnel and makes them unique and easily recognizable at any gathering and It is meant to further boost the morale, professionalism, pride, commitment, effectiveness and confidence of the Corps personnel and to clearly reflects the civility expected in the character of the Corps personnel. It also depicts a peace and protective Corps, committed to defending the defenceless.
“Let me at this juncture express my sincere gratitude to our father, the amiable Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola for his gracious approval of this new set of uniforms for use by the Corps personnel. The Corps is eternally grateful for your avowed commitment to the growth, development and effective delivery of the Corps’ mandate. May Almighty Allah continue to guide and protect you as you discharge the onerous responsibilities of your office and service to your fatherland” Audi was quoted as saying.
In a remark, the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, thanked the Minister for his approval of the additional uniform and appreciated the CG for taking the lead amongst the agencies in the ministry of Interior to look smarter and sharper in the discharge of their duties.
The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, has issued a restraining order against human rights activist and lawyer Dele Farotimi, prohibiting him from further publishing, selling, distributing, or advertising his controversial book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System.
The ruling was delivered by Justice Peter Kekemeke following an ex-parte application brought by Kehinde Ogunwumiju, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, and managing partner at Afe Babalola’s law firm.
The court’s order extends to Farotimi’s agents, publishers, distributors, sellers, or anyone else involved in the dissemination of the book, whether in hard copy, digital formats, or through electronic or social media channels.
The injunction will remain in effect pending the determination of a motion on notice for an interlocutory injunction, filed on December 6, 2024.
Justice Kekemeke also directed the Nigerian Police Force, Department of State Services, DSS, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, and other security agencies to seize all physical copies of the book wherever found.
These agencies are required to submit an affidavit of compliance within 72 hours of receiving the order.
In a related case, the Oyo State High Court granted a similar interim injunction against Farotimi, barring him or any associates from further printing or distributing the book.
Justice Mufutau Adegbola issued the order after hearing an ex-parte application filed on December 9, 2024, by Adebayo Adenipekun, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria from Afe Babalola’s firm.
The Oyo court directed Farotimi’s lawyers to be notified of the motion, which has been adjourned for hearing on January 7, 2025.
An Allied Air Cargo aircraft with registration number 5N-JRT, on Wednesday, skidded off Runway 22 of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, prompting a temporary shutdown of the airport.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) confirmed the incident, which occurred at 10:05am, adding that five people were on board the aircraft. All passengers were safely evacuated without injury.
FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mrs. Obiageli Orah, said: “The Airport Emergency Response Team is on the scene along with accident investigators.
“The runway is being cleared and is expected to reopen for operations as soon as possible. We would like to thank the aviation community and the general public for their understanding and patience. We also request that all speculation be put on hold until the preliminary report is released by the Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB).”
The evacuees were taken to the FAAN clinic for medical checks as a precautionary measure. The incident has drawn the attention of aviation stakeholders, while efforts are underway to restore normal airport operations.
Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged landlords and property owners not to raise rents and property prices following the inauguration of key infrastructure projects in Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area.
While commissioning the Abiola-Ajayi-Ogba and Obawole-Iju-Ishaga road projects on Monday, Sanwo-Olu emphasised that these developments aim to provide relief to residents rather than add to their burdens.
“I appeal to landlords and landowners: do not increase your rents and property prices. The essence of the infrastructure built is to bring relief to the people and not burden residents,” he stated.
The newly inaugurated 643-meter road, featuring a bridge and slip roads, connects areas that were previously accessible only via makeshift wooden bridges requiring a crossing fee.
“I am committed to addressing the long-standing problems of communities, including flooding and commuting. These projects symbolise our dedication to improving Lagosians’ daily lives,” Sanwo-Olu added.
