The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps NSCDC has deployed 2,750 personnel to beef up security in Port Harcourt for the 2021 Easter celebration.
The Rivers state Commandant of the NSCDC , Muktar Lawal who disclosed this in a statement signed by the Assistant Commandant, Oguntuase Michael, said the command is combat ready to arrest any situation that may cause break down of law and order during the Easter celebration.
,”A total of Two thousand Seven hundred and fifty (2,750) officers and men of the command would be deployed to beef up security for this year’s forthcoming Easter celebration.
“The personnel would be deployed to all recreation centres and places of worship in the state to ensure a hitch free celebration.
T”he Critical National Assets and Infrastructures in the state are not left out as our Anti vandal team are already on 24/7 patrol and guard to prevent any form of vandalism.
“All identified flashpoints in the state has also been mapped out for regular foot and vehicular patrols to prevent breakdown of law and order.” he said.
Lawal assured the people of the state of the command ,’s prompt response to distress calls wherever and whenever it comes within the state.addibg that the public are equally advised to report any suspicious movements around them as well as threats to life and property to the nearest security post for prompt response.
He advised residents in the state to go about their lawful activities without fear nor worries as adequate care had been taken to ensure a hitch free Easter Celebration .
