NSCDC warns personnel against abuse of power, high-handedness
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Anambra State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Commandant Maku Olatunde has warned officers and men of the command to desist from actions that violate citizens’ rights and breach professional ethics.
Maku who gave the warning on Monday, while addressing personnel during the muster parade at the State Headquarters in Awka, said his administration would not condone any form of misconduct, high-handedness or abuse of power.
According to him, all operatives must operate within the Corps’ standard operating procedures and in line with extant laws, noting that no officer is permitted to act in a way that erodes public trust or tarnishes the image of the Corps.
He warned that any personnel found culpable of indiscipline, misuse of authority or infringement on the fundamental rights of the public would face disciplinary action in accordance with laid down regulations.
The State Commandant also charged Heads of Department and Units, Area Commanders and Divisional Officers to ensure effective command and control of their jurisdictions, with proper supervision of men under them for total compliance with operational guidelines.
Commandant Maku stressed that the powers conferred on officers must be exercised with utmost professionalism, civility and respect for human rights, as the conduct of every officer is a reflection of the entire Corps.
He urged personnel to remain disciplined, accountable and people-friendly, adding that the Corps must continue to justify the confidence reposed in it by the public through exemplary service delivery.
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