The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara State Command, has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the rule of law and protecting human rights, while expressing readiness to collaborate with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ilorin Branch, in strengthening the fight against crime in the state.

This assurance was given by the State Commandant, Dr. Umar J.G. Mohammed, during a courtesy visit by executives of the NBA Ilorin Branch to the NSCDC Command Headquarters in Ilorin on Tuesday.

Dr. Umar emphasized that the Corps remains focused on professionalism, discipline, and respect for the rights and dignity of citizens. He disclosed that the Command had intensified its training and reorientation efforts to ensure that officers operate strictly within the confines of the law.

“Protecting lives and property must go hand in hand with respecting the fundamental rights of every citizen,” he said, while pledging the Corps’ full cooperation with legal professionals in the prosecution of criminal elements disturbing the peace of the state.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the NBA Ilorin Branch, Mr. Sulyman Kosemani, Esq., lauded the NSCDC for its professionalism and growing public confidence in its operations. He stressed the need for sustained collaboration between security agencies and the legal community to ensure justice, fairness, and accountability.

Mr. Kosemani also called on NSCDC officers to remain committed to the constitutional responsibility of respecting citizens’ rights, noting that this is vital to fostering public trust in law enforcement.

The visit marked a step towards deeper synergy between the two institutions in the collective effort to promote law, order, and human dignity in Kwara State.