AThe Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ogun State Command, says it has arrested 210 suspects for offences ranging from vandalism to fraud and illegal mining in the last one and half years.
The State Commandant, Mrs Remilekun Ekundayo, disclosed this during a familiarisation visit to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Ogun Council in Abeokuta on Wednesday.
Ekundayo also stated that the command had recovered over N23 million in fraud-related cases for victims.
She noted that over 1,700 disputes were resolved through Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms during the period under review.
The state commandant stated that the command had continued to embark on intelligence-driven operations that had prevented several criminal activities, protection of pipelines, railway corridors, and power installations across the state.
She noted that the achievements underscored the command’s commitment, while also reminding that security remained a shared responsibility.
She called for stronger collaboration with the media to enhance security and public awareness in the state.
Ekundayo said that the visit was aimed at strengthening cooperation between the corps and the media, which he described as a critical partner in the security architecture of the state.
She reiterated that journalists played a vital role beyond reporting by shaping public perception, influencing attitudes and serving as a bridge between government institutions and the people.
“In matters of security, your role becomes even more strategic and impactful.
“NSCDC is statutorily empowered to protect critical national assets and infrastructure, prevent vandalism and economic sabotage, and support disaster management and emergency response,” she said.
In his remarks, the State Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Wale Olanrewaju, assured the commandant of the council’s support and would continue to partner through accuracy and prompt reporting of security issues.
