The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has launched a comprehensive 24-hour surveillance operation in Kwara State, emphasizing on protecting Ilorin metropolis and key national infrastructure. The announcement was made by Bala Bawa Bodinga, the new commandant of the NSPDC for Kwara, who took on the role following directives aimed at boosting the state's security and public confidence in safety measures. He emphasized the importance of maintaining vigilance and operational effectiveness in safeguarding essential assets within the state.

This initiative comes as a direct response to increasing security challenges and aims to reinforce the NSCDC's operational mandate within the region. Commandant Bodinga highlighted that the strategy would be intelligence-driven, with an emphasis on proactive measures to prevent potential threats. He indicated that the enhanced surveillance is part of a larger blueprint intended to restore public trust in the state's security framework.

As security concerns in Nigeria continue to evolve, this step by the NSCDC underscores a more robust approach to public safety through increased presence and monitoring. The operation reflects the commitment of the NSCDC to adapt to contemporary threats and ensure the protection of vulnerable areas and resources, amidst a broader national focus on security in the wake of rising incidences of crime and violence in various states across the country.