Oyo state Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde has reassured of his administration’s commitment to continue to collaborate and provide all necessary support to officers of security outfits in the state.
The Governor gave the assurance on Thursday while receiving on a courtesy visit, The commandant-General of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, (NSCDC) Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR, held at the courtesy room of the governor’s office, Secretariat , Agodi Ibadan.
The governor, who donated two patrol operational vehicles to the command, commended the NSCDC for being a pillar of support to the security architecture of his administration and for complementing its efforts in making the state one of the safest in the Country, despite security challenges experienced across the states.
He equally acknowledged their roles in protecting the oil, which is the critical national economy asset in Nigeria.
Governor Makinde also appreciated the Oyo state command, NSCDC for its professional support and immense contributions through its men who have been part of the state’s security architecture in ensuring peace and stability reigns in the state.
Earlier in his remarks, the Commandant -General general of NSCDC Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi thanked the governor for the support and cordial relationship that has always existed between the Oyo state government and the command.
He equally congratulated Governor Makinde for his developmental giant strides and innovative reforms in Oyo state, pledging that the Corps will continue to offer its support and ensure maintenance of peace and security of lives and properties of the citizens in the state.
He therefore, thanked the governor for donation of the newly additional patrol vehicles to the Oyo state command, charged the officers to continue to discharge their duties as expected.
