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

The Gombe State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has disbanded its Anti-Vandalism Outpost following a firearm incident involving personnel of the unit and a truck driver at New Mile 3 on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

The decision was taken by the State Commandant, Commandant Muhammed Inuwa Usman, who also summoned all Officers-in-Charge (OCs) of the various formations and outposts in the command to an emergency meeting on Friday, November 13, 2026.The meeting was convened to address the circumstances surrounding the incident, which reportedly followed a misunderstanding between personnel of the Anti-Vandalism Unit and a truck driver and resulted in the discharge of a firearm.

Addressing the officers, Usman expressed concern over the development and warned against conduct capable of undermining the reputation and operational credibility of the Corps. He reminded all officers of the need to maintain discipline, professionalism, civility and respect for the fundamental human rights of members of the public while carrying out their statutory responsibilities.

The Commandant particularly cautioned personnel against the indiscriminate use of firearms, stressing that their deployment must strictly comply with established rules of engagement, operational procedures and applicable regulations.He emphasised that no officer has the authority to take the law into his or her hands, irrespective of the circumstances encountered in the course of duty.

As part of the disciplinary and administrative measures introduced in response to the incident, the Commandant ordered the immediate disbandment of the Anti-Vandalism Outpost. He further directed all personnel attached to the disbanded outpost to report immediately to the State Command Headquarters for further administrative instructions.

Usman also warned that the command would not tolerate indiscipline, abuse of authority, unprofessional conduct or any violation of citizens’ rights.He charged other outpost commanders to strengthen supervision of their personnel and ensure strict compliance with the Corps’ rules, regulations and professional standards. The Commandant assured residents of Gombe State that the NSCDC remained committed to protecting lives and property, maintaining public order and ensuring that its personnel discharged their duties with integrity, restraint and respect for the law.He reiterated that public confidence in the Corps depends largely on the conduct of its officers and the command’s willingness to hold erring personnel accountable.