The State Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Kogi State Akinlade Esther has approved the deployment of 1,800 officers and men of the Command to provide Security during this year’s sallah celebration across the State including Lokoja,This is
in line with the NSCDC Commandant General’s directive Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi to ensure a hitch-free Eidil- Fitr celebration across the country.
The State Commandant tasked the Area Commanders to ensure proper Security coordination of their areas, while Divisional Officers are to effectively mobilise their personnel across board.

She further directed that all component Commanders and all Special Forces are to be deployed to achieve a watertight Security for maximum protection of the populace ,Critical National Assets and Infrastructure.

“Our resolve to guarantee peace, safety and protection of lives and Critical assets in synergy with other Security agencies must be carried out through our collective inputs.
For these obvious reasons, I have directed all area Commanders, Divisional officers with this responsibilities, therefore every one must brace up to discharge their responsibilities conscientiously” the Commandant stated.

She mandated all formations within the State Command to engage community stake holders in gathering credible and relevant intelligence and carry out composite surveillance before, during and after the celebration to prevent surprises from criminals. While stating that deployment of personnel should be focused on prayer grounds, worship centers, recreational facilities, motor Parks, gardens, markets, shopping complexes, black spots and Critical installations to make the festivity a hitch-free one

The Commandant extends her felicitation to all Muslim faithfuls in the country and across the world wishing them a peaceful Eidil-fitr celebration, just as she prayed to God Almighty for a more peaceful Nigeria.