Published January 27, 2025
By Our Correspondent
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara State Command, has enhanced its operational framework with the creation of seven new Area Commands and 11 Divisions across the 16 Local Government Areas of the state.
This development was announced in a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASC 1 Ayoola Michael Shola, in Ilorin.
According to the Kwara State Commandant, Dr. Umar J.G. Muhammed, the creation of the new Area Commands and Divisions was approved by the Commandant General, Dr. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR.
He explained that this move is part of the Corps’ strategic efforts to improve operational efficiency and strengthen its service delivery in combating criminal activities across the state.
“The new Area Commands and Divisions have commenced operations, and I encourage the public to cooperate with the personnel in these offices as we work to eliminate criminal elements from our communities,” Dr. Muhammed stated.
The newly established Area Commands include:
Area I (Lafiagi)
Area J (Oke-Oyi)
Area K (Agbabiaka)
Area L (Patigi)
Area M (Kaiama)
Area N (Share)
Area O (Ille-Mona)
The 11 new Divisions are located in: Alagbado, Jebba, Kpada, Ilupeju, Shonga, Tsaragi, Oro, Bacita, Lade, Agbabiaka, and Amayo.
Dr. Muhammed emphasized that the initiative complements the existing operational units while reinforcing the Corps’ commitment to securing communities and fostering collaboration in addressing criminality.
He assured residents of the Command’s unwavering determination to ensure Kwara State remains safe, adding, “Our aim is to ensure that Kwara State does not become a safe haven or breeding ground for criminals.”
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