The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ondo State Command, says it has deployed 1,000 officers to beef up security ahead of the 2026 Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

Mr Oluyemi Ibiloye, NSCDC State Commandant, said this in a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Akure by the command’s spokesperson, SC Daniel Aidamenbor.

Ibiloye said that the deployment was along with other operational assets in order to prepare for the end of Ramadan fast, and the Easter celebration in the state.

“Area of responsibilities (AoR) include Eid Prayer grounds, recreational centers, markets, motor parks, worship centres, as well as other state and local government Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI).

“Tactical and specialised units include the Agro Rangers Team, Armed Squad, Female Strike Force, Rapid Tactical Squad, Anti-Vandalism Squad, and Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Explosives (CBRNE) Unit.

“Other teams are Counter-Terrorism Unit, and Disaster Management Unit, and will be deployed to public spaces and strategic public places prone to criminal activities.

“Area commanders and divisional officers are to intensify surveillance and visibility patrol across flashpoints in their AoR by synergising with sister agencies in information gathering and sharing,” he said.

The commandant, therefore, urged officers and men to be committed, vigilant, professional, and to respect the citizens’ fundamental rights.

According to him, strict observance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Rules of Engagement (ROE), and Service Orders (SO), must be obeyed in the discharge of the duties.

Ibiloye also extended his goodwill to Muslim faithful and urged members of the public to remain resolute, law abiding and vigilant during and after the celebrations. (NAN)