The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has donated a speed boat to the NSCDC Lagos State Command to strengthen surveillance and protection of the Third Mainland Bridge and other federal bridges that serve millions of Nigerians daily.
Acting on the directive of Commandant General, Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, PhD, mni, OFR, the Lagos State Commandant, Keshinro Adedotun, inaugurated the Marine and Infrastructure Protection Unit, headed by ACC Oloyede Emmanuel Ige, to curb illegal dredging, excavation, encroachment and other threats to critical infrastructure.
Commandant Adedotun noted that the deployment of the Speed Boat will significantly boost maritime patrols, protect commuters, and improve the Corps’ ability to detect and stop activities that endanger national assets. He urged licensed operators and residents to remain compliant with safety regulations, warning that violators will face strict enforcement.
CSC Babawale Afolabi, ANIPR.
National Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps
