The State Commander of the NSCDC, Olatunde Maku, recently held a press conference in Awka to announce a successful operation carried out by his team. According to him, eight individuals were apprehended following a successful raid in Awka. These arrests took place in response to crucial intelligence information obtained by authorities.
Among those apprehended were Eze Emmanuel, 34, Patrick Nwoye, 27, Okafor Chibuike, 21, Tochukwu Chukwuemeke, 27, Kingsley Asuauo, 20, Blessed Mfonu, 22, Ikechukwu Emeka, 21 and Amu Emmanuel, 23 years. Preliminary investigations revealed that some of the suspects posed as members of the Anambra Watch Group, while others were employed by hotels to provide security, despite the fact that these entities were neither authorized nor licensed.
As part of this operation, four pump-action shotguns accompanied by 16 cartridges were also seized. The suspects are currently undergoing in-depth interrogation with a view to being brought to justice and sentenced in accordance with the law. Commander Maku stressed that the NSCDC was the sole agency responsible for the licensing, monitoring, and supervision of private security companies in Nigeria.
This operation aims to prevent the proliferation of illegal security groups and reduce the risks of security violations and criminal activities in the state. Maku warned all illegal security groups to cease their activities without delay, or else coercive action will be taken against them. He said any illegal organization would be dismantled, its operators apprehended, prosecuted, and any illegal weapons in their possession confiscated.
This action aims to restore order in the private security sector and guarantee the safety of residents. Commander Maku made it clear that the NSCDC will continue to fulfill its mission with determination, leaving no room for complacency. This exemplary measure aimed at cleaning up the private security landscape demonstrates the authorities’ firm commitment to maintaining public order and guaranteeing the protection of citizens.
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