The Kwara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has created seven new area commands and eleven divisions across the 16 local government areas of the state.

This initiative is part of the command’s efforts to strengthen its operational structure and tackle criminal activities in the state, according to a statement released by the spokesman of the command, Ayoola Michael Shola, in Ilorin on Monday.

The State Commandant, Dr. Umar Muhammed, disclosed that the creation of the new area commands and divisions was approved by the Commandant General, Dr. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, as part of the corps’ ongoing efforts to fulfill its core mandates and statutory responsibilities. The goal is to enhance operational effectiveness and improve service delivery across the state.

He further noted that the development complements the existing area commands and divisions, reinforcing the corps’ commitment to strengthening its presence within communities and fostering collaboration in the fight against all forms of criminality.

The newly created area commands are:

Area I (Lafiagi)

Area J (Oke-Oyi)

Area K (Agbabiaka)

Area L (Patigi)

Area M (Kaiama)

Area N (Share)

Area O (Ille-Mona)

The eleven newly established divisions are:

Alagbado Division

Jebba Division

Kpada Division

Ilupeju Division

Shonga Division

Tsaragi Division

Oro Division

Bacita Division

Lade Division

Agbabiaka Division

Amayo Division

“The new area commands and divisions have commenced operations, and I encourage the public to cooperate with the personnel in these offices as we work to eliminate criminal elements from our communities,” Muhammed stated.

The commandant reaffirmed the command’s unwavering commitment to ensuring that Kwara State does not become a safe haven or breeding ground for criminals.