The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Federal Capital Territory Commandant, Olusola Odumosu, on Thursday, issued a firm warning to private guard companies to renew their expired licenses or face the risk of having their operations sealed.
Odumosu’s directive came as the command intensified its efforts to ensure all security firms comply with legal requirements.
Odumosu, in a statement signed by the command spokesperson, Samuel Idoko highlighted that there are currently 460 licensed PGCs in the FCT, all of which have been operating legally since August 2023.
However, he disclosed that three companies have already been sealed for operating without valid licenses.
The commandant also addressed concerns regarding the use of uniforms and equipment.
He urged PGCs to ensure their operatives avoid using attire or gear associated with military or paramilitary agencies to…