 Operatives of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, Emo State Command, have joined their counterparts across the globe to mark the World Civil Defence Day. The commandant Michael Ogre, while declaring the celebration, opened, said the Corps was established in the year 1967 during the Civil War to provide some covering and life support for the civil populace during the tragic moments experienced in those days. The Deputy Commandant, Head of Operations, D.C. Ngoka for Godman, in his remarks said the Corps, ever since it was gazeted, has continued to carry out its functions in maintaining security with utmost professionalism. That civil defence is an international organization who are here to emphasize the international development of the Corps of Defence Corps. According to NSDC, amendment to Act No. 7, Act No. 6, enacted by the National Assembly of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, among other countries, states that the Corps shall assist in the maintenance of peace and proper and the protection and rescue of the civil populace during the period of the vital season. Hello, hope you enjoyed the news. Please do subscribe to our YouTube channel and don't forget to hit the notification button so you get notified about fresh news updates.