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Ahmed Audi steps down as Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps after reaching retirement age, ending a five-year tenure marked by institutional reforms.
Ahmed Audi has officially retired as the Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) after attaining the mandatory retirement age.
Audi’s final day in office coincided with the 2026 World Civil Defence Day celebration held on Friday at the NSCDC headquarters in Abuja, where he formally handed over leadership responsibilities.
He was appointed to head the corps on 1 March 2021 by former President Muhammadu Buhari, succeeding Abdullahi Gana Muhammadu.
No Successor Announced Yet
As of Friday, the Federal Government had not announced a successor to fill the position of Commandant-General, leaving the corps under interim administrative arrangements pending official appointment.
Profile of Ahmed Audi
Born on 30 September 1967 in Nasarawa State, Audi holds a PhD in Public Administration from Nasarawa State University, Keffi, and a Master’s degree in Public Business Administration from the University of Calabar.
He is also a member of the National Institute (mni), reflecting his extensive background in public service and security management.
During his tenure, Audi was credited with enhancing operational discipline, improving staff welfare, and strengthening inter-agency collaboration within Nigeria’s internal security framework.
