Nigerian Government, on Tuesday, ordered the immediate disbandment of all anti-vandalism teams of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) nationwide following ongoing investigation into allegations of corruption.Information Guide Nigeria
Announcing the dissolution following an order from Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, Audi said the action became important following reports of misconduct against the officers.
“Civil Defence Corps is saddled with the responsibility of protecting critical assets and infrastructure such as the oil and gas pipelines.”
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“You are to note that all anti-vandal teams nationwide are hereby dissolved. All roadblocks mounted by such individuals should also immediately be dismantled.
“The minister has also approved the reorganisation of the members of the anti-vandal teams and directed further that the teams be reconstituted.”
Audi said: “We will be injecting fresh blood or fresh individuals. Those, who have served especially in the Niger Delta area for six months to one year, will be changed as over-familiarisation, you know, can make an individual to compromise.”JAMB Result