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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Anambra State Command has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with the Department of State Services (DSS) particularly in intelligence sharing in addressing the complexities of security challenges across the state. This was the main thrust of the discussion between the newly deployed State Director of Security, DSS, Mr. Victor Akeh and the ...

A high-level meeting of service commanders took place at the Anambra Police Command Headquarters in Awka on Friday, April 11, 2025. At the meeting, the commanders focused on strengthening security collaboration and crafting operational strategies to address Anambra State’s security concerns. The State Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, (NSCDC) Anambra State Command, Commandant Maku, vowed to partner ...

…assures ICPC of improved collaboration in the fight against corruption The State Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State, Maku Olatunde, has pledged to revitalize the NSCDC partnership with the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) to address the rising cases of violent crimes, and criminality among the youths. Commandant Maku stated this on Thursday, April 10, 2025 ...

…launches crackdown on illegal miners The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Anambra State Command and the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) have brokered a partnership to tackle the menace of substandard products in the state. This resolution was made on Thursday 27, March 2025, when Engr. Emmanuel Hussaini, the State Coordinator 1 and Engr. Unuja Ndukwe, the Head ...

In an effort to curb the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, the National Center for Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons has sought a more robust working relationship with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command. This quest was made known in Awka on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 when Major General Okechukwu Ugo (retd) ...

The State Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Anambra State Command, Maku Olatunde, has stressed the importance of correct and safe weapon handling for all personnel, warning that any slightest safety breach can have devastating consequences, resulting in casualties. Commandant Maku stated this on Friday, March 14, 2025 during a refresher course organised by the command to upscale ...

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Anambra State Command working alongside other security agencies, has ramped up efforts to eliminate any sit-at-home threats in the state on Mondays. In a statement signed by the Command’s spokesperson, SC Okadigbo Edwin, the combined security forces are undertaking the large-scale patrols round the state to demonstrate their strength and build confidence across ...

The Anambra State Command Chapter of Civil Defence Officers Wives Association (CDOWA) participated in the event to commemorate International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025. This year’s International Women’s Day Celebration was marked in Anambra State with great enthusiasm, focusing on the theme “Accelerating Action for Gender Equality”. The event saw full attendance from various units, including CDOWA, Gender Unit, Female Special ...

The State Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, Maku Olatunde, has issued a stern warning to iron scavengers, also known as “ndi akpakara” or “iron kwandem”, to cease destroying public and private properties in the state or face severe legal consequences. Comdt Maku Olatunde, stated this through Superintendent of Corps, Okadigbo Edwin, Head of Media ...

The Anambra State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has celebrated the 2025 International Civil Defence Day with the renewal of the pledge to protect lives, maintain security during emergencies and to educate the public on safety measures and disaster preparedness. Observed annually on March 1, World Civil Defence Day highlights the importance of civil defence ...