By Ekunkonye Junior, Abuja
Prof Ahmed Audi, the the Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to revamping the Corps through intensive training, improved welfare, and robust reward mechanisms for outstanding personnel.
In a press statement issued on December 17, 2025, and signed by CSC Afolabi Babawale, National Public Relations Officer, NSCDC National Headquarters, Abuja,
Prof. Audi emphasized that while the NSCDC recognizes and honors officers who distinguish themselves through exemplary conduct, loyalty, and service, his leadership will not tolerate truancy, indiscipline, or violations of the Corps’ code of conduct.
The statement highlighted notable achievements under Prof. Audi’s stewardship, including the clearance of promotion arrears, introduction of Career Progression Courses, implementation of a Life Insurance Compensation Scheme for bereaved families, and strict adherence to federal character principles in appointments and promotions, alongside gender inclusiveness initiatives.
Prof. Audi disclosed that 76 personnel — both senior and junior — faced disciplinary actions for various offences committed during 2025.
Among senior officers, 38 individuals, including an Assistant Commandant General (ACG), were dismissed for gross misconduct, insubordination, and conduct unbecoming of a superior officer, in line with Public Service Rules (PSR).
Additional sanctions included demotions: two senior officers lost two ranks each, one officer lost one rank without seniority, and five officers received warning letters.
The Junior Staff Disciplinary Committee addressed 30 cases involving job racketeering, extortion, aiding illegal petroleum product trade, fraudulent practices, gun running, absence without leave (AWOL), and other misconduct. Consequently, 20 junior personnel were dismissed, three were demoted by one rank, and seven received warning letters.
Prof. Audi urged all NSCDC officers to remain focused on discharging their statutory mandate, stressing that professionalism, loyalty, and regimental discipline are imperative, especially given the Federal Government’s expanded tasks assigned to the Corps.
He also affirmed the Corps’ readiness to undertake VIP protection duties ordered by the President, noting that despite current manpower shortages relative to the magnitude of responsibilities, serving operatives are prepared to execute the assignment.
