There was wild jubilation across formations of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) on Friday following the reappointment of Commandant-General Abubakar Audi by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Officers and men of the corps reportedly broke into celebration at several state commands and the national headquarters in Abuja as news of the presidential approval filtered through. Many described the decision as a vote of confidence in Audi’s leadership and a testament to his commitment to strengthening the agency’s mandate.
In a statement confirming the reappointment, senior officials said the President’s decision was anchored on Audi’s “track record of professionalism, operational reforms, and renewed focus on critical national infrastructure protection.”
Since assuming office, Audi has overseen a series of internal reforms aimed at boosting discipline, enhancing personnel welfare, and improving inter-agency collaboration. Under his leadership, the corps intensified efforts against oil theft, pipeline vandalism, illegal mining, and other economic sabotage activities across the country.
Reacting to the development, some officers said the reappointment would provide continuity and stability at a time when the country faces complex security challenges.
“This is well deserved. The CG has worked tirelessly to reposition the corps and restore confidence in our operations,” a senior officer in Abuja said.
Stakeholders also expressed optimism that Audi’s renewed mandate would further strengthen the NSCDC’s capacity in community policing, disaster management, and the protection of critical national assets.
While thanking the President for the confidence reposed in him, Audi reaffirmed his commitment to deepening reforms, boosting morale within the ranks, and aligning the corps’ operations with the administration’s broader security and economic protection agenda.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, a key paramilitary agency under the Ministry of Interior, plays a pivotal role in safeguarding critical infrastructure, supporting disaster response efforts, and assisting other security agencies in maintaining law and order nationwide.
With his reappointment, observers say the corps is poised for a new phase of consolidation and operational efficiency in the years ahead.
