Olufade Strengthens Security Partnerships with NSCDC in Ibadan

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, paid a courtesy visit to the Oyo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Ibadan on Tuesday. This visit is part of his ongoing commitment to fostering strong relationships with key security agencies since taking office one month ago.

During the visit, Hon. Olufade expressed his gratitude to the NSCDC for their unwavering efforts in safeguarding lives and properties within Ibadan North Local Government. This appreciation was highlighted in a statement signed by Aderibigbe Yisahu Ajibola, Head of Media Unit for the Ibadan North Local Government Chairman.

Hon. Olufade was pleased to meet the state commandant, Dr. Padonu Augustine, and specifically acknowledged the contributions of CSC Ebun Oluwa, the Divisional Officer for Ibadan North, who was present to welcome him. He urged the NSCDC to continue their diligent work and pledged his administration’s support in addressing the security needs of the local government. He assured the commandant that his office would respond promptly to any requests from the NSCDC.

In his speech, Commandant Padonu Augustine of the Oyo State NSCDC appreciated Hon. Olufade and his entourage for the visit. He emphasized the importance of the local government’s support, given that the NSCDC command is situated within their jurisdiction. Commandant Augustine expressed confidence in Hon. Olufade’s leadership as a young chairman and highlighted the potential for collaboration between the local government and the NSCDC to tackle issues such as cultism in secondary schools and other security challenges.

Alhaji Akeem Olatunji, the new Head of Local Government Administration for Ibadan North, also attended the visit. He assured the command of a continued cordial relationship and pledged the local government’s ongoing support under Hon. Olufade’s vibrant leadership.

The Chairman’s entourage included the Head of Local Government Administration, Alhaji Akeem Olatunji; Director of Administration and General Services, Alhaji Alabi Lukman Kolawole; Special Assistant on Education, Oloye Temitope Ajibola; Head of Media Unit, Aderibigbe Yisahu Ajibola; and Media Team Member, Ayodamope Afolabi.