The first 100 days of Commandant Chinedu Igbo as the Delta State
Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
have been marked by decisive reforms, strengthened operational
strategies, and a renewed culture of professionalism. His assumption
of office brought fresh energy and direction to the command,
signalling a determined effort to reposition the NSCDC in Delta State
for optimal efficiency.

From the outset, Commandant Igbo made capacity building a top
priority. Recognising that a security organisation can only be as
effective as the skills and preparedness of its personnel, he
immediately rolled out structured training programmes targeted at
officers and men across all units. These trainings were focused on
intelligence gathering, operational tactics, conflict resolution,
early-warning systems, and modern approaches to community-based
security. Within 100 days, over 280 officers benefited from these
modules, including leadership courses, arms handling refreshers, and
ethics compliance workshops.

This renewed emphasis on training was complemented by a strong focus
on enhancing discipline and ethical conduct within the command.
Commandant Igbo introduced a comprehensive ethical compliance
monitoring mechanism designed to ensure that all officers uphold the
values of professionalism, transparency, and accountability. Monthly
performance reviews for unit heads have already resulted in a
noticeable drop in misconduct cases, fostering a healthier and more
responsible working environment.

Another major pillar of Commandant Igbo’s first 100 days is the
significant improvement in community engagement across Delta State.
Understanding that security operations thrive when the public is
involved, he introduced a new community liaison framework that
promotes mutual trust and cooperation. The command has since held
numerous meetings with community leaders, youth groups, religious
bodies, and civil society organisations. These engagements have
strengthened public trust, boosted intelligence sharing, and created
an atmosphere where community members feel encouraged to partner with
the NSCDC.

The improved public relations approach has already transformed the
perception of the NSCDC in Delta State. Residents now describe the
Corps as more approachable, responsive, and people-oriented. This new
trust is helping the command gather timely information on potential
threats and respond more effectively to incidents.

Commandant Igbo’s reform efforts also extended to the physical assets
and infrastructure of the command. Upon assuming office, he ordered a
complete audit of operational vehicles, equipment, and facilities. The
assessment revealed several assets that had been inactive due to
neglect or lack of maintenance. Through a coordinated recovery
initiative, five previously grounded patrol vehicles were fully
refurbished and returned to active service. These vehicles are now
contributing to stronger patrol coverage, faster response times, and
improved visibility of the Corps across critical locations in the
state.

Hand in hand with asset recovery came a renewed drive to improve
surveillance over public infrastructure and critical national assets.
The command redeployed officers to strategic installations and
improved monitoring at pipelines, power facilities, communication
towers, and government buildings. Commandant Igbo also introduced
enhanced reporting channels to ensure that surveillance operations run
continuously and efficiently. These measures have already helped
prevent several acts of vandalism and sabotage.

A key highlight of his leadership has been the strengthening of
inter-agency collaboration within the state. Commandant Igbo
cultivated stronger ties with the Nigerian Police Force, the Nigerian
Army, the Department of State Services, Immigration, FRSC, and
state-backed security formations. Through joint patrols, coordinated
intelligence sharing, and unified operational planning, Delta State
now enjoys a more integrated and effective security network. This
synergy has reduced friction during operations and improved the
overall safety landscape in the state.

Throughout these reforms, Commandant Chinedu Igbo has consistently
expressed deep gratitude to the Commandant General of the NSCDC,
Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi (mni, OFR). He acknowledges Professor
Audi’s unwavering support, strategic guidance, and mentorship as key
factors that have enabled the Delta State Command to record impressive
successes within just 100 days.

As the command looks ahead, the early achievements under Commandant
Igbo’s leadership have set a solid foundation for even greater
advancements. The Delta State NSCDC now stands more disciplined, more
technically equipped, more community-focused, and better prepared to
secure lives and protect critical assets. His first 100 days have not
only transformed the command’s outlook but have also renewed public
confidence in the Corps as a vital pillar of security in Delta State.