Group Seeks Tenure Extension For Civil Defence Corps’ Boss

A human rights organisation, Stay Alert Human Rights Awareness Initiative, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to extend the tenure of the commandant-general of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, for his exemplary leadership and major reforms in the agency.

In a statement signed by its executive director, Hon. Lary Onah, and director of Information, Chief Isdor Nwadike, the group said Audi, who was appointed in 2021, has shown “exceptional dedication, professionalism and commitment” to the mandate of the NSCDC, aligning closely with the security priorities of the Ahmed Tinubu administration.

Onah said the commandant-general’s tenure had been marked by notable improvements across various units of the corps, including critical infrastructure protection, the Agro Rangers Programme, disaster management and emergency response and the regulation of private guard companies.

He said the reforms had strengthened national security and improved the operational capacity of NSCDC personnel nationwide.

The statement also highlighted enhanced officer training and capacity building, improved infrastructure, and uniform upgrades as part of the advancements achieved under Audi’s leadership.

The group described the NSCDC boss as a leader who embodies transparency, accountability, and professionalism.

The group appealed to President Tinubu to grant Prof. Audi a tenure extension to enable him to consolidate on ongoing reforms.

“We call on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to extend his tenure, allowing him to continue the good work he is doing in the security sector,” the statement read.