Eid-el-fitr: NSCDC deploys 862 operatives in Yobe

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Yobe Command, has deployed 862 personnel to ensure a hitch-free Eid-el-Fitr celebration in the state. Mr Bala Garba, the command’s Public Relations Officer, disclosed this to journalists on Sunday in Damaturu. Garba said that the State Commandant, Mr Adamu Zakari, deployed the operatives across the 17 LGAs […]

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Yobe Command, has deployed 862 personnel to ensure a hitch-free Eid-el-Fitr celebration in the state.

Mr Bala Garba, the command’s Public Relations Officer, disclosed this to journalists on Sunday in Damaturu.

Garba said that the State Commandant, Mr Adamu Zakari, deployed the operatives across the 17 LGAs of the state ahead of the Sallah festival.

“The operatives are drafted from the Female Strike Force (FSF), Counter Terrorist Squad (CTS), Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Anti Vandal department, Intelligence and Investigations (INTs), Agro Rangers and Operations department,” Garba explained.

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He added that they were instructed to be proactive and treat people with respect while discharging their duties. (NAN)