The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has decorated 402 newly promoted officers, reaffirming its commitment to strengthened security and professionalism in Abuja.
The decoration ceremony, held at the Command Headquarters in Abuja, attracted senior officers, personnel and invited guests. It was described as a significant milestone in the careers of the promoted officers and a recognition of their dedication to national service.
Speaking at the event, the FCT Commandant, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, congratulated the officers on behalf of the Commandant General of the NSCDC, Prof. Ahmed Audi. He stressed that promotion is not a reward for years of service alone but a recognition of diligence, professionalism and commitment to duty.
Odumosu reminded the beneficiaries that their new ranks carry increased responsibilities, urging them to uphold higher standards of discipline, integrity and leadership in the discharge of their duties.
He outlined achievements recorded by the Command under his leadership, noting that intelligence-driven operations, proactive patrols and rapid response mechanisms have been intensified to address security threats within the nation’s capital.
The Commandant reiterated the Corps’ statutory responsibility for the protection of critical national infrastructure, including government facilities, public utilities and other strategic installations across the FCT.
He also commended the Agro-Rangers Unit for its role in mitigating farmer-herder conflicts and promoting peaceful coexistence in rural communities, a contribution he said supports food security in the territory.
Providing operational updates, Odumosu disclosed that in 2025 the Command arrested 112 suspected vandals and more than 50 illegal miners for acts of economic sabotage. He said the suspects were linked to the vandalism of armoured cables, fibre optic installations, streetlights, solar panels, road crash barriers and telecommunications infrastructure.
He added that the Command has continued to prioritise training and capacity building, with officers receiving instruction in intelligence gathering, disaster management, crowd control, election security and human rights compliance.
Addressing the newly promoted officers, Odumosu urged them to serve as role models, uphold ethical standards and remain loyal to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
He assured the FCT Minister, the NSCDC leadership and residents of Abuja that the Command would sustain its focus on professionalism, accountability and effective security service delivery.
