Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) yesterday pledged to provide robust security support for the Sept. 28 local government elections in Anambra State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
NSCDC Commandant in the state, Mr Olatunde Maku, gave the pledge while receiving chairman of the State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC), Mrs Genevieve Osakwe, at the command\u2019s headquarters, Awka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Maku said that NSCDC was prepared to provide adequate security coverage for the elections, including deployment of personnel to polling units, collation centres and other strategic locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He stressed the importance of security in any electoral process, especially protection of both human and material assets before, during and after the exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cYour choice to visit and seek collaboration is very apt. We will give you maximum support to ensure that you carry out your task successfully,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The commandant said that NSCDC would work closely with other security agencies in the state to protect both sensitive and non-sensitive materials and prevent any form of violence or disruption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Earlier, the ANSIEC chairman said the visit underscored the commission\u2019s commitment to conducting credible, peaceful and transparent local government elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cSecurity is a big issue when it comes to election, especially at the grassroots level, and that is why we have come to NSCDC, as a key stakeholder, to formally seek your partnership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis partnership is to ensure security in preparation for the forthcoming local government elections in Anambra,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Osakwe, who appreciated the commandant for the assurance, pledged her cooperation in line with the provisions of the constitution and the State Electoral Law, 2024. (NAN)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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