By Isiaka Mustapha, Editor-in-Chief, People’s Security Monitor

The Timi of Ede Land, His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr Munirudeen Adesola Lawal (Laminisa I), has commended the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for its professionalism, neutrality and commitment to election security and the protection of Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI).

The traditional ruler gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the Commandant General of the Corps, Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, at the NSCDC National Headquarters in Abuja.Oba Lawal expressed appreciation to the leadership and personnel of the Corps for their contributions to maintaining peace, law and order during the Osun State governorship election.

He noted that the Corps’ conduct and security operations demonstrated its commitment to safeguarding the democratic process and ensuring a peaceful electoral environment.The monarch also praised the NSCDC for its sustained efforts to protect critical national assets and infrastructure across the country, stressing that the responsibility was essential to national stability, economic development and the safety of communities.

Responding, Professor Audi thanked the royal father for the visit and the goodwill extended to the leadership and personnel of the Corps. He described the monarch’s commendation as a source of encouragement to officers and men who continue to discharge their duties in the service of the nation.

The Commandant General assured the traditional ruler that the recognition would further motivate the Corps to strengthen its operational capacity and intensify efforts to protect lives, property and critical national infrastructure. He reaffirmed the NSCDC’s commitment to professionalism and effective service delivery in support of national security.During the visit, Oba Lawal formally invited Professor Audi to attend the 2026 Ede Day Celebration as the Special Guest of Honour.

The event is scheduled to hold on December 12, 2026.Accepting the invitation, Professor Audi expressed his appreciation to the monarch and assured him that, by God’s grace, he would attend the celebration to honour the people of Ede and identify with their cultural heritage and community development aspirations.