THE Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun Command, says it has deployed 1,550 personnel to provide security before, during and after the Eid-el-Kabir celebration in the state.
This is contained in a statement in Osogbo on Wednesday by Mr Igbalawole Sotiyo, the state Commandant of the corps.
According to Sotiyo, the personnel are deployed to cover all nooks and crannies of the state, including, praying grounds, critical national assets and infrastructure, recreational centres and other public places.
He also said that both covert and overt operatives have been deployed, emphasising that undercover operatives would be in charge of surveillance and information gathering.
He charged officers and men of the command to work in synergy with other sister agencies for a hitch free celebration.
“We are aware there will be influx of people into the state, hence every necessary security arrangement has been put in place for adequate security of critical infrastructure, praying grounds, lives and property, market places and public places,’’ he said.
He warned miscreants and disgruntled elements who might want to perpetrate criminality, to steer clear of the state or be ready to face the consequences of their actions.
He appealed to members of the public to support security personnel by reporting suspicious movements and persons in their environment to the nearest security agency.
The commandant further urged everyone to celebrate the within the confine of the law.
He also enjoined those traveling for the celebration to avoid night travels and speeding.
