The newly deployed State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, Mohammed Hassan Agalama, has officially assumed duty at the Command’s headquarters in Kano.
His deployment follows the directive of the Commandant General of the NSCDC, Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening internal securityacross the country.
In his maiden address, Commandant Agalama expressed gratitude to the Commandant General for the confidence reposed in him, pledging full dedication to the Corps’ mandate of protecting critical national assets, disaster management, anti-vandalism operations, and community-based conflict resolution.
He assured residents of Kano State that his leadership will prioritize peace, safety, and the protection of lives and property in line with the NSCDC’s vision of fostering a secure and stable environment for socio-economic growth.
Commandant Agalama emphasized inter-agency collaboration, community engagement, and intelligence sharing as vital strategies for addressing emerging security challenges. He also sought the cooperation of sister security agencies, traditional rulers, the media, and the public in promoting security and peace.
Reaffirming the Corps’ zero tolerance for indiscipline and corruption, Agalama urged officers to maintain professionalism, integrity, and respect for human rights in their duties.
A native of Dekina Local Government Area, Kogi State, Commandant Agalama holds a B.Sc. in Political Science from the University of Abuja and an M.Sc. in Public Sector Accounting from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma.
He has served in several state commands including Gombe, Lagos, Rivers, Niger, Nassarawa, Kaduna, and Bayelsa, and was until his posting to Kano the State Commandant in Borno State.
He succeeds Commandant Bala Bawa Bodinga, who has been redeployed to the NSCDC National Headquarters in Abuja for a new assignment.
