NSCDC Announces Loss Of Edo Commandant

By Bukar BOLORI

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced the passing of the Edo State Commandant, Agun Gbenga.

A statement by the spokesman of the Corps, Afolabi Babawale on Friday on behalf of the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Prof. Ahmed Audi revealed that the Late Commandant collapsed after delivering a goodwill message at an event organized by the International Association of World Peace Advocates at Bishop Kelly Pastoral Centre in Benin City.

Babawale said the late Commandant was immediately rushed to the Military Base Hospital in Benin, where he was later pronounced dead.

According to Babawale, the NSCDC Commandant General, Prof. Ahmed Audi described the late Commandant as an astute and iconic security expert who gave the best of his service to enhancing the security of the nation.

Audi said the late Commandant’s dedication, humility in service, and intelligence earned him so much respect and admiration amongst his fellows.

Babawale, in the statement said: “The NSCDC wishes to condole with his family members at this critical time, knowing fully well that the death of Commandant Agun Gbenga is a monumental loss to the NSCDC and the nation at large.

“We pray that God will grant the Corps, his family, and his friends the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.”