NSCDC launches school safety campaign in Abia
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Abia State has started a school safety sensitisation campaign. The initiative aims to educate schoolchildren, teachers, and management on security threats, safety tips, and the dangers of drug abuse. Chukwuemeka Odimba, the State Commandant, highlighted the importance of building a culture of security consciousness. The campaign includes partnerships with the Civil Defence Officers’ Wives Association (CDOWA) and outreach to various schools.
What we know
- The NSCDC Abia State Command began a statewide campaign to promote school safety and security awareness.
- Chukwuemeka Odimba said the programme is designed to build security alertness among students and staff.
- The campaign follows a recently concluded security assessment tour of educational institutions in the state.
- The Civil Defence Officers’ Wives Association, led by Lady Ijeoma Odimba, is collaborating on the initiative.
- The team has visited several schools, providing security workshops, study materials, and sanitary products for students.
