The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Anambra State Command has received the royal blessings of His Royal Majesty, Igwe Romanus Iloh, (Ise Nise), the traditional ruler of Nise town, Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State.

The traditional ruler bestowed his blessings on the Corps during a condolence visit by the State Commandant, Comdt. Maku, to the palace in Nise on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. The visit was to commiserate with the royal family over the demise of Prince Azubuike Iloh, the crown prince of Nise.

Igwe Iloh praised the Corps’ efforts in maintaining law and order, protecting critical national assets and infrastructure, and urged them to continue their good work. He also assured the Corps of the support and cooperation of Nise town in ensuring the success of NSCDC activities in the state.

Earlier in his speech, Comdt. Maku expressed his deep condolences over the death of the crown prince, whom he described as a kind and loving individual. He prayed against the reoccurrence of such sudden death in the royal family and briefed the traditional ruler on the Corps’ recent activities, including the Anti Sit-at-home order operations , several arrest of illegal miners and impostors of private security outfits.

The State Commandant commended the traditional institution for their support to NSCDC and sought further collaboration to stamp out criminal elements from Anambra State.

This royal blessing is a  tremendous boost to the morale of the NSCDC personnel in Anambra State, and the Corps is grateful for the support and encouragement of the traditional ruler.