Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, (NSCDC) Anambra State Command has reacted to the recent alleged assault on Mr. Izunna Okafor, an Awka based journalist.
In a press released by DSC Okadigbo Edwin, NSCDC Public Relations Officer reads;
“Our attention has been drawn to an online publication by 247ureports.com on Saturday 2nd December, 2023 , titled” Civil Defence Officers Attack Anambra Journalist, Say Journalists Part of Nigeria’s Problem” alleging unprofessional conduct of some civil defence personnel against one Izunna Okafor, an Anambra based Journalist.
“The State Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, Mr. Edwin Osuala, found the report unacceptable and has ordered the Deputy Commandant in charge of Investigation and Intelligence Department to immediately commence full scale investigation into the matter with a view to bringing anyone found complicit to book.
Mr. Osuala noted that the NSCDC as a reputable paramilitary agency in a good working relationship with the Nigeria Union of Journalists and would stop at nothing in making sure appropriate disciplinary sanctions are meted against any of the personnel found wanting.
” I have always partnered with members of Nigeria Union of Journalists ( NUJ) closely in show casing most of our activities and achievements in the fight against insecurity. I would not want this isolated case to severe the good relationship I have with them. I always urge personnel to be cautious and polite in dealing with members of the public in the discharge of their duties. If after investigation, they are guilty of the offence, definitely they will face the music as deterrent to other personnel. The command under my watch will not tolerate or condone any act unbecoming of an officer” he said.
While affirming his unwavering stance against unethical conduct on the part of Officers and Men, the State Commandant further solicited sustained media partnership, cooperation and support of the public in providing timely and relevant information to the Corps in its renewed efforts against security challenges in the state.
