NSCDC Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting Nigeria’s Critical Infrastructure at 2025 National Security Conference

The NSCDC reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Nigeria’s Critical National Assets and Infrastructure at the 2025 National Security Conference organized by NAOSNP, highlighting the Corps’ dedication to safeguarding the nation’s economic resources.

The need to re-emphasize the protection of Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI) in Nigeria took center stage at the 2025 National Security Conference and Awards, organized by the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP).

The high-profile event, held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the Ballroom Hall of the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, brought together top security chiefs, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the country.

Representing the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, PhD, mni, OFR, was the Lagos State Commandant, Mr. Keshinro Adedotun, who participated as a panelist at the conference.

With the theme, “Securing and Safeguarding Nigeria’s Economic Resources: A Call to Serve,” Mr. Adedotun reaffirmed the NSCDC’s unwavering commitment to defending Nigeria’s critical infrastructure and economic assets.

He stated, “This conference continues to play a pivotal role in shaping our national security discourse, helping to reposition Nigeria’s security architecture in response to emerging threats — even as we celebrate the remarkable progress achieved by our security agencies.”

The Lagos Commandant further urged Nigerians to support the Corps’ efforts, saying, “We must all take responsibility in the collective and selfless fight against the vandalism of our national assets. The government is doing its best to suppress corruption and diversify the economy, but citizen participation is equally crucial.”

At the event, the NSCDC Commandant General, Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, received the NAOSNP 2025 Award of Excellence for his “All-of-People” approach to the protection of CNAI, conflict resolution, and proactive strategies in safeguarding Nigeria’s economic resources.

Dignitaries in Attendance:

The prestigious conference attracted several eminent personalities and institutional leaders, including:

Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, Honourable Minister of Police Affairs — represented by Mr. Bolaji Kazeem, Director of Public Affairs, MPA;

Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa, Chief of Defence Staff — represented by AVM Bashir R. Mamman, Commandant, Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre, Oshodi;

AIG Adegoke Fayoade, Zone 2 Police Command — representing the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun;

Mallam Shehu Mohammed, Corps Marshal, FRSC — represented by CC Kehinde Hamzat, Lagos Sector Commander;

Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, Board Member, Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) — represented by Dr. Moses Oladimeji, Chairman, POCACOV Lagos;

Mr. Ola Olukoyede, Executive Chairman, EFCC — represented by DCE Ayo Oyewole, Head of Public Affairs, Lagos EFCC;

Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, Chairman, ICPC — represented by Mr. Chukwurah Alexander, Lagos Commissioner, ICPC;

Dr. DCP Akinbayo Olasoji, Commander, Enugu State Forest Guard;

Amb. Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, Commander, Ondo State Security Network (Amotekun);

Dr. Mrs. Cynthia Gregg, CEO, Safety Signatures.

Business, religious, and policy leaders were also present, including:
Engr. Chris Agbede, MD/CEO of Smithcrown Construction Ltd;
Prof. Daniel K. Olukoya, General Overseer, Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (represented by Prof. Sesan Oliyide);
Mr. Umar Ahmed Tijani, CEO, Trans Energy E-Global;
Prophet Ikuru Godwin;
Mrs. Arannilewa O. Comfort, Assistant Director, Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON);
Hon. Kafilat T. Pedero-Akanni, Immediate Vice Chairman, Orile-Agege LCDA; and Mr. Lawal Abiola, CSO, Proforce Nigeria.