The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Akwa Ibom State Command, has denied allegations that its Commandant, Geraldine Abetianbe, shields personnel found wanting in the course of their duties.The command also dismissed claims that it has a fractured relationship with other security agencies in the state.An online media platform had alleged that the commandant was involved in shielding erring officers, refusing to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, victimising personnel and neglecting staff welfare.Reacting in a statement issued in Uyo on Tuesday, the command’s Public Relations Officer, Friday Ekerete, described the allegations as “malicious, misleading and lacking in factual basis.”“The attention of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Akwa Ibom State Command, has been drawn to a publication by …. containing several allegations against the State Commandant, Commandant Geraldine Abetianbe.“The Command finds the publication to be ‘malicious, misleading and lacking in factual basis’. In the interest of the public and for record purposes, we provide the following clarifications,” the statement read.Addressing the allegation of non-cooperation with investigations, Ekerete said the publication incorrectly identified the head of the Anti-Vandal Unit.“The publication’s reference to ‘SP Mike Asibor, Head of Anti-Vandal’ is false.“We wish to state that SC Michael Asibor is not a staff of the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command, let alone the Head of Anti-Vandal. The Head of Anti-Vandal at the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command Headquarters is SC Akan Ekanem.Related NewsPolice arrest 10 suspected cultists over deadly Bayelsa attackPolice arrest suspected bandit, recover ammunition in KanoOyo APC slams Makinde over call for UN probe into school pupils’ rescue“The command has and will always cooperate with investigations and will never shield any of its personnel found wanting,” he said.The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. The command also dismissed claims that it has a fractured relationship with other security agencies in the state.An online media platform had alleged that the commandant was involved in shielding erring officers, refusing to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, victimising personnel and neglecting staff welfare.Reacting in a statement issued in Uyo on Tuesday, the command’s Public Relations Officer, Friday Ekerete, described the allegations as “malicious, misleading and lacking in factual basis.”“The attention of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Akwa Ibom State Command, has been drawn to a publication by …. containing several allegations against the State Commandant, Commandant Geraldine Abetianbe.“The Command finds the publication to be ‘malicious, misleading and lacking in factual basis’. In the interest of the public and for record purposes, we provide the following clarifications,” the statement read.Addressing the allegation of non-cooperation with investigations, Ekerete said the publication incorrectly identified the head of the Anti-Vandal Unit.“The publication’s reference to ‘SP Mike Asibor, Head of Anti-Vandal’ is false.“We wish to state that SC Michael Asibor is not a staff of the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command, let alone the Head of Anti-Vandal. The Head of Anti-Vandal at the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command Headquarters is SC Akan Ekanem.Related NewsPolice arrest 10 suspected cultists over deadly Bayelsa attackPolice arrest suspected bandit, recover ammunition in KanoOyo APC slams Makinde over call for UN probe into school pupils’ rescue“The command has and will always cooperate with investigations and will never shield any of its personnel found wanting,” he said.The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. An online media platform had alleged that the commandant was involved in shielding erring officers, refusing to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, victimising personnel and neglecting staff welfare.Reacting in a statement issued in Uyo on Tuesday, the command’s Public Relations Officer, Friday Ekerete, described the allegations as “malicious, misleading and lacking in factual basis.”“The attention of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Akwa Ibom State Command, has been drawn to a publication by …. containing several allegations against the State Commandant, Commandant Geraldine Abetianbe.“The Command finds the publication to be ‘malicious, misleading and lacking in factual basis’. In the interest of the public and for record purposes, we provide the following clarifications,” the statement read.Addressing the allegation of non-cooperation with investigations, Ekerete said the publication incorrectly identified the head of the Anti-Vandal Unit.“The publication’s reference to ‘SP Mike Asibor, Head of Anti-Vandal’ is false.“We wish to state that SC Michael Asibor is not a staff of the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command, let alone the Head of Anti-Vandal. The Head of Anti-Vandal at the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command Headquarters is SC Akan Ekanem.Related NewsPolice arrest 10 suspected cultists over deadly Bayelsa attackPolice arrest suspected bandit, recover ammunition in KanoOyo APC slams Makinde over call for UN probe into school pupils’ rescue“The command has and will always cooperate with investigations and will never shield any of its personnel found wanting,” he said.The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. Reacting in a statement issued in Uyo on Tuesday, the command’s Public Relations Officer, Friday Ekerete, described the allegations as “malicious, misleading and lacking in factual basis.”“The attention of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Akwa Ibom State Command, has been drawn to a publication by …. containing several allegations against the State Commandant, Commandant Geraldine Abetianbe.“The Command finds the publication to be ‘malicious, misleading and lacking in factual basis’. In the interest of the public and for record purposes, we provide the following clarifications,” the statement read.Addressing the allegation of non-cooperation with investigations, Ekerete said the publication incorrectly identified the head of the Anti-Vandal Unit.“The publication’s reference to ‘SP Mike Asibor, Head of Anti-Vandal’ is false.“We wish to state that SC Michael Asibor is not a staff of the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command, let alone the Head of Anti-Vandal. The Head of Anti-Vandal at the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command Headquarters is SC Akan Ekanem.Related NewsPolice arrest 10 suspected cultists over deadly Bayelsa attackPolice arrest suspected bandit, recover ammunition in KanoOyo APC slams Makinde over call for UN probe into school pupils’ rescue“The command has and will always cooperate with investigations and will never shield any of its personnel found wanting,” he said.The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. “The attention of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Akwa Ibom State Command, has been drawn to a publication by …. containing several allegations against the State Commandant, Commandant Geraldine Abetianbe.“The Command finds the publication to be ‘malicious, misleading and lacking in factual basis’. In the interest of the public and for record purposes, we provide the following clarifications,” the statement read.Addressing the allegation of non-cooperation with investigations, Ekerete said the publication incorrectly identified the head of the Anti-Vandal Unit.“The publication’s reference to ‘SP Mike Asibor, Head of Anti-Vandal’ is false.“We wish to state that SC Michael Asibor is not a staff of the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command, let alone the Head of Anti-Vandal. The Head of Anti-Vandal at the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command Headquarters is SC Akan Ekanem.Related NewsPolice arrest 10 suspected cultists over deadly Bayelsa attackPolice arrest suspected bandit, recover ammunition in KanoOyo APC slams Makinde over call for UN probe into school pupils’ rescue“The command has and will always cooperate with investigations and will never shield any of its personnel found wanting,” he said.The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. “The Command finds the publication to be ‘malicious, misleading and lacking in factual basis’. In the interest of the public and for record purposes, we provide the following clarifications,” the statement read.Addressing the allegation of non-cooperation with investigations, Ekerete said the publication incorrectly identified the head of the Anti-Vandal Unit.“The publication’s reference to ‘SP Mike Asibor, Head of Anti-Vandal’ is false.“We wish to state that SC Michael Asibor is not a staff of the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command, let alone the Head of Anti-Vandal. The Head of Anti-Vandal at the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command Headquarters is SC Akan Ekanem.Related NewsPolice arrest 10 suspected cultists over deadly Bayelsa attackPolice arrest suspected bandit, recover ammunition in KanoOyo APC slams Makinde over call for UN probe into school pupils’ rescue“The command has and will always cooperate with investigations and will never shield any of its personnel found wanting,” he said.The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. Addressing the allegation of non-cooperation with investigations, Ekerete said the publication incorrectly identified the head of the Anti-Vandal Unit.“The publication’s reference to ‘SP Mike Asibor, Head of Anti-Vandal’ is false.“We wish to state that SC Michael Asibor is not a staff of the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command, let alone the Head of Anti-Vandal. The Head of Anti-Vandal at the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command Headquarters is SC Akan Ekanem.Related NewsPolice arrest 10 suspected cultists over deadly Bayelsa attackPolice arrest suspected bandit, recover ammunition in KanoOyo APC slams Makinde over call for UN probe into school pupils’ rescue“The command has and will always cooperate with investigations and will never shield any of its personnel found wanting,” he said.The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. “The publication’s reference to ‘SP Mike Asibor, Head of Anti-Vandal’ is false.“We wish to state that SC Michael Asibor is not a staff of the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command, let alone the Head of Anti-Vandal. The Head of Anti-Vandal at the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command Headquarters is SC Akan Ekanem.Related NewsPolice arrest 10 suspected cultists over deadly Bayelsa attackPolice arrest suspected bandit, recover ammunition in KanoOyo APC slams Makinde over call for UN probe into school pupils’ rescue“The command has and will always cooperate with investigations and will never shield any of its personnel found wanting,” he said.The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. “We wish to state that SC Michael Asibor is not a staff of the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command, let alone the Head of Anti-Vandal. The Head of Anti-Vandal at the NSCDC Akwa Ibom State Command Headquarters is SC Akan Ekanem.Related NewsPolice arrest 10 suspected cultists over deadly Bayelsa attackPolice arrest suspected bandit, recover ammunition in KanoOyo APC slams Makinde over call for UN probe into school pupils’ rescue“The command has and will always cooperate with investigations and will never shield any of its personnel found wanting,” he said.The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. “The command has and will always cooperate with investigations and will never shield any of its personnel found wanting,” he said.The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. The command also denied claims of a strained relationship with other security agencies in the state.“There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. “There is no iota of truth in the claim that the relationship with sister security agencies in the state is fractured. We wish to state unequivocally that there is a symbiotic and extremely cordial working relationship between the NSCDC and all sister security agencies in Akwa Ibom State,” Ekerete said.On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. On allegations that the commandant refused to distribute tech operational system packs and drones, the spokesperson said the equipment could only be deployed after personnel had undergone the required training.“The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. “The allegation that the Command refused to distribute tech operational system packs is false and malicious.“The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. “The Command took delivery of tech systems and drones earlier this year.“These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. “These equipment can only be disbursed for use after resource persons from our National Headquarters have successfully trained personnel on how to operate them, especially to enhance security operations, since they are systems configured for security use. Due process is being followed in line with Corps policy in this regard,” he said.Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. Ekerete said the command would not be distracted by attempts to create disaffection within the Corps or among security agencies.He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public. He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the state and urged media organisations to seek clarification before publishing reports to avoid misleading the public.