The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) is on the cusp of a significant expansion, having formally sought and received positive indications for a massive NSCDC recruitment approval to bring in an additional 30,000 personnel. This pivotal move comes as the corps faces escalating operational pressures, particularly from its increasingly vital role in protecting Very Important Persons (VIPs) across the nation. This development, which follows high-level discussions involving President Bola Tinubu, signals a strategic shift in Nigeria’s internal security architecture, aiming to bridge critical manpower gaps and enhance national security capabilities.
Sources close to the security agencies confirm that the appeal for this substantial increase in NSCDC personnel stemmed from a crucial meeting last month. President Tinubu, alongside the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the Commandant-General of the NSCDC, Ahmed Audi, deliberated on the urgent need to bolster the corps’ capacity. This proposed expansion is distinct from ongoing recruitment drives within other paramilitary organizations, underscoring its specific importance to the NSCDC’s evolving mandate and the broader landscape of Nigerian security.
What is NSCDC VIP protection? This service involves deploying highly trained security operatives from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps to safeguard government officials, dignitaries, and other high-profile individuals. It ensures their personal safety and security, especially following the withdrawal of police personnel from such duties, by providing dedicated escort and protective services. This specialized function is a
