By Suleiaman Adebisi<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a grand affirmation of confidence, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, has extolled the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) as a force redefining the architecture of internal security and community protection in Nigeria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Receiving the Commandant General of the Corps, Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR, at his palace in Ile-Ife during the NSCDC\u2019s operational tour of Osun State, the revered monarch commended the Corps\u2019 rapid evolution into a trusted institution of discipline, professionalism, and purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Describing the NSCDC as \u201ca rising powerhouse in Nigeria\u2019s security ecosystem,\u201d<\/em> the Ooni lauded its growing impact in safeguarding lives, mediating communal disputes, and protecting critical national infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has become a beacon of hope across our communities \u2014 a Corps that listens, responds, and protects with dedication and integrity,\u201d the monarch declared.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Oba Ogunwusi, known globally as a peace advocate and cultural envoy of the Yoruba people, emphasized that the Corps has proven its relevance in strengthening national unity and building public confidence through intelligence-driven operations and community partnerships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Responding, Professor Audi expressed profound appreciation for the royal recognition, assuring that the NSCDC remains unwavering in its constitutional duty to defend the nation\u2019s internal security with courage, loyalty, and patriotism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n He noted that synergy with traditional institutions such as the Ooni\u2019s palace plays a crucial role in intelligence gathering and community-based security operations, as monarchs remain the closest link between the government and the grassroots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe NSCDC draws great strength from traditional rulers. Your Majesty\u2019s guidance and support are invaluable to our collective mission of ensuring peace, protecting lives, and securing critical assets across Nigeria,\u201d Audi said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The Commandant General further assured that the Corps would continue to enhance its operational efficiency, improve personnel capacity, and deepen community engagement to sustain peace and security throughout the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The visit formed part of Professor Audi\u2019s ongoing national operational tour aimed at consolidating the Corps\u2019 strategic presence across states, reinforcing its role as a force of trust, transformation, and national stability.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" By Suleiaman Adebisi In a grand affirmation of confidence, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, has extolled the Nigeria Security and Civil…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":16914,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-16912","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-pages"],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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