By Abubakar Rabilu, Gombe**

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has appointed Commandant Mohammed Inuwa Usman as the 15th substantive State Commandant of the Corps in Gombe State.

His appointment is part of the Corps’ leadership arrangements aimed at strengthening its operations and improving the protection of lives, property and critical national assets across the state.Commandant Usman is expected to provide strategic leadership to personnel of the Gombe State Command, with particular attention to crime prevention, intelligence gathering, protection of public infrastructure and collaboration with other security agencies.

His assumption of office is also expected to provide an opportunity to consolidate existing security efforts, deepen community engagement and enhance public confidence in the Corps’ activities.

The new commandant is expected to work closely with the state government, traditional rulers, community leaders and other stakeholders to address emerging security challenges and promote a safer environment for residents of Gombe State.