Abuja: The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), FCT command, in collaboration with other security agencies, undertook a Show of Force around the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Kuje.
The statement by the Command Public Relations Officer (CPRO), Mr Samson Duza, was confirmed this Thursday in Abuja.
Duza said that the exercise aimed to boost public confidence and encourage community vigilance around the Medium Security Custodial Centre and its environs to contain any protest, particularly the “#EndBadGovernance” protest.
He said that the patrol followed a directive from the Controller-General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, to strengthen security at custodial centres before, during and after the anticipated protest.
According to him, community members play a vital role in intelligence gathering and public safety, especially during heightened tension.
“NCoS officers and their counterparts from sister agencies patrolled strategic locations in Kuje and interacted with residents, urging them to report any suspicious activities, “he said.
Duza said the operation was part of broader efforts to maintain peace, protect correctional infrastructure, and reinforce collaboration between security agencies and host communities.
However, he reaffirmed the country’s commitment to proactive security measures and called on citizens to support ongoing efforts to ensure national stability.
