The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Lagos State Command, has cautioned pupils of Guided Path School against cultism, bullying, and other social vices as part of efforts to strengthen safety and security awareness in schools.
The warning was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by the command’s spokesperson, Oluwaseun Abolurin.
According to the statement, the State Commandant, Adedotun Keshinro, gave the warning during a sensitisation and interactive session held at the NSCDC State Command Headquarters in Alausa, Lagos.
Abolurin said Keshinro reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to protecting pupils, teachers, and host communities across the state.
“The commandant noted that the corps remains dedicated to protecting educational environments across the state,” Abolurin said.
He explained that the corps, through partnerships with stakeholders under the Safe School Initiative, is working to guarantee a safer learning environment for students.
As part of the engagement, the command hosted 17 pupils and three teachers on an educational visit aimed at exposing them to the agency’s operations while promoting civic and security awareness.
The students were educated on school safety, the statutory responsibilities of the NSCDC, and the need for discipline both 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.
The statement added that officials, including Assistant Commandants Helen Gady and Adebimpe Bada, delivered presentations explaining the structure, duties, and operations of the corps.
Pupils and teachers also took part in an interactive session where they asked questions and received explanations about the history, activities, and uniforms of the agency.
Abolurin further said the Director of Guided Pathway School, Lasaki Rizqah, commended the command for what she described as an enlightening and impactful programme.
“Rizqah noted that the visit enhanced pupils’ understanding of school safety, civic responsibility, and national security,” he said.
He added that the programme forms part of the command’s broader efforts to boost public awareness and deepen collaboration between security agencies and educational institutions in the state.
