Security agencies in Zamfara and Taraba states have rolled out major operational plans to protect residents during the upcoming Christmas and New Year festivities. The moves involve large-scale deployments and intensified patrols aimed at preventing crime and ensuring peaceful celebrations.
Zamfara NSCDC Commits 555 Personnel to Festive Patrols
The Zamfara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced the deployment of 555 personnel across the state. The Commandant, Sani Mustapha, stated that the operatives will be stationed at worship centers and other key locations within the state's 14 local government areas.
According to Mustapha, the objective is to secure lives and property, thereby guaranteeing a peaceful and memorable celebration for all citizens. The command's Public Relations Officer, ASCII Umae Muhammad, reinforced this in a statement, praising the corps' consistency and professionalism in maintaining peace and order.
Taraba Police Command Reaffirms Security Readiness
Similarly, the Taraba State Police Command has declared its full preparedness for the festive season. In a statement released in Jalingo on 23 December 2025 and signed by the acting Police Public Relations Officer, Victor Mshelizah, the command outlined its comprehensive strategy.
The security plan, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police Betty Enekpen Isokpan Otimeyin, includes several key measures:
- Increased patrols across the state.
- Enhanced intelligence gathering operations.
- Strategic deployments in identified high-risk areas such as markets, places of worship, and major highways.
The statement emphasized that these actions are designed to proactively prevent criminal activities and create a safe environment for all residents to enjoy the celebrations.
Ensuring Peaceful Celebrations Nationwide
The simultaneous security announcements from these two states highlight a coordinated national focus on safety during the peak festive period. The deployments address growing public concerns about potential security threats when large gatherings occur.
By focusing on proactive measures like visible patrols and intelligence-led operations, the security agencies aim to deter kidnappers, armed robbers, and other criminal elements who might seek to exploit the season. The success of these plans hinges on the relentless professionalism of the personnel on the ground, as noted by the NSCDC in Zamfara.
Residents in both states are encouraged to go about their celebrations with heightened vigilance and to cooperate fully with security operatives to ensure the festive period is both joyful and secure.
