The Anambra State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Comdt. Maku Olatunde has said that a lack of effective intelligence gathering could hinder the ability to proactively prevent and combat crime, which leaves citizens vulnerable to criminal activities.
In a bid to further reduce crime levels within the state, Comdt. Maku Olatunde, on Tuesday, 23rd July 2024, met with Intelligence officers across the 21 local government areas of the state to strategize on proactive measures to gather critical information and stay ahead of criminal elements.
The meeting, held at the NSCDC State Command Headquarters, Awka, emphasizing the importance of intelligence gathering in preventing and combating crime.
Comdt. Maku charged the officers to be vigilant, proactive, and innovative in their approach to gathering and analyzing information that can aid in the reduction of crime within the state.
“We must stay ahead of criminals and be proactive in our approach to security, we cannot afford to continue operating in an information vacuum.
“Intelligence gathering is key to our success, and I charge you all to be diligent and committed to this critical aspect of our operations,” he explained.
The State Commandant called for enhanced collaboration with other security agencies, stakeholders, and the public to bridge the intelligence gap and ensure a safer and more secure Anambra State.
Earlier the Head of Intelligence and Investigation Department, Assistant Commandant Amadi Marcel said with the renewed focus on intelligence gathering, the NSCDC Anambra State Command was poised to further reduce crime levels and ensure a safer and more secure environment for citizens and residents of the state.
According to SC Okadigbo Edwin, Head Media and Tactical Operations, NSCDC Anambra State Command added in a statement that the State Commandant meeting discussed ways to enhance collaboration with other security agencies and stakeholders to ensure a seamless flow of information and a united front against crime.
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