The newly posted Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Gombe State, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Dr. Saad Umar Idris has paid a courtesy/familiarization visit to the State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Gombe Command, today.
Dr. Idris was received by the State Commandant, Commandant Jibrin Idris at the State Command Headquarters, Gombe. During the visit, the REC commended the NSCDC and its officers for their professionalism and contributions towards ensuring a secure and conducive electoral environment in Gombe State. He highlighted the importance of collaboration between INEC and security agencies like the NSCDC in safeguarding the electoral process before, during, and after elections.
The REC stated that the purpose of the visit was to familiarize himself with the Gombe Command of the NSCDC and to further strengthen the existing synergy and collaboration between INEC and the Corps in the state. This partnership, he noted, is critical in enabling both organizations to effectively execute their mandates in ensuring free, fair and inclusive election.
In response, Commandant Jibrin Idris expressed appreciation for the visit and promised a more robust and effective synergy with INEC in Gombe State. He affirmed the NSCDC’s commitment to working closely with the Commission to enhance security measures for electoral processes and support the conduct of free, fair, and secure elections in the state.
The visit concluded with a photo session, symbolizing the strengthened synergy sought between INEC and the NSCDC in Gombe State.

SC Buhari Saad
CD-PRO NSCDC, Gombe State Command