NSCDC dismisses officer involve in the looting of COVID19 palliatives

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps have dismissed one of its officers, Corps for partaking in the looting of COVID-19 palliative discovered in Abuja.

The Corp Assistant Illiya Ibrahim of the Gwagwalada Division Abuja, was involved in the looting of palliatives discovered in Gwagwalada, in Abuja.

A viral video showed the officer joining other mob to storm the warehouse, leading to his his dismissal.

In a statement released on Tuesday night October 27, by media assistant Ekunola Gbenga, to the Commandant General NSCDC, Abdullahi Gana Muhammadu, said Ibrahim was dismissed.

According to him, he was dismissed for joining the mobs in looting Covid-19 palliatives discovered in a warehouse in Gwagwalada, Abuja.

”The recommendation was given after the officer was charged under the public service rule which is related to unbecoming conduct of officers.

“This disciplinary measure was taken after series of investigations and deliberations by the junior disciplinary committee and recommendations were made to the management,” Ekunola said.

The CG appreciates officers and men of the Corps including members of the public for providing useful information that has continue to assist the Corps in identifying unfit individuals within the ranks for appropriate action.

He tasked the personnel to remain committed, resolute and firm in the discharge of their duties” the statement read