NSCDC Officer Dies During Ramadan Palliative Distribution In Kano

An official of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has died following an incident during the distribution of Ramadan and Sallah palliatives in Tudun Wada Local Government Area of Kano State.

The palliative distribution programme was organised by the member representing Doguwa/Tudun Wada Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives (Nigeria), Alhassan Ado Doguwa.

Confirming the incident on Saturday to journalists, the Public Relations Officer, (PRO) of the NSCDC in Kano, Ibrahim Abdullahi, said the command had launched a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the officer’s death.
“Yes, it is true. Consequently, the commandant has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the matter. When the process is concluded, the command will issue a press statement detailing the full circumstances of the
incident,” Abdullahi said.
Meanwhile, Doguwa alleged that hoodlums attempted to disrupt the palliative distribution, an action that led to the death of the security officer.

“I was informed that some hoodlums attempted to cause disorder during the distribution exercise, an incident that resulted in the death of a Civil Defence security officer,” the lawmaker stated.

The lawmaker expressed shock over the development and extended condolences to the NSCDC, the family of the deceased officer and residents of Tudun Wada.

“I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Civil Defence Corps, the family of the deceased and the entire people of Tudun Wada Local Government Area. May Allah have mercy on him and forgive him,” he said.

Doguwa also urged security agencies to thoroughly investigate the incident and ensure those responsible are brought to justice. He further appealed to the public to refrain from spreading false claims linking him to the attack.