The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Lagos State Command, has warned pupils of Guided Path School (GPS) against cultism, bullying, and other social vices to promote school safety and security awareness.

This is contained in a statement issued by the agency’s spokesperson, Oluwaseun Abolurin, on Thursday in Lagos.

Mr Abolurin said the State Commandant, Adedotun Keshinro, gave the warning during a sensitisation visit and interactive session held at the NSCDC state command headquarters, Alausa, Lagos.

He said Mr Keshinro reaffirmed the command’s commitment to the safety of schoolchildren, teachers, and host communities.

“The commandant noted that the corps remains dedicated to protecting educational environments across the state,” Mr Abolurin said.

According to the spokesperson, the NSCDC is working through strategic collaboration with stakeholders under the Safe School Initiative to ensure a secure learning environment for pupils and students.

He said the command hosted 17 pupils and three teachers on a field trip to expose them to the corps’ operations and educate them on citizenship and security awareness.

He added that the pupils were sensitised on school safety, the statutory roles of the NSCDC, and the importance of discipline within and outside the school environment.

“They were also educated on the dangers of cultism, bullying, smoking, harassment, assault, and other social vices, with officials advising them to shun behaviours that could endanger their future,” he said.

Mr Abolurin said the session featured presentations by officials of the command, including the head of the Safe School and Legal Unit, Assistant Commandants Helen Gady and Adebimpe Bada.

He said they explained the functions, structure, and responsibilities of the corps.

The spokesperson said the pupils and teachers also participated in an interactive session, asking questions and receiving clarifications on NSCDC operations, history, and uniforms.

He said the director of Guided Pathway School, Lasaki Rizqah, expressed appreciation to the command, describing the engagement as impactful and educational.

“Rizqah noted that the visit enhanced pupils’ understanding of school safety, civic responsibility, and national security,” he said.

Mr Abolurin said the engagement was part of ongoing efforts to promote public awareness and strengthen collaboration between security agencies and educational institutions in the state. 

(NAN)