16/09/2026
*FRIN, NSCDC Strengthen collaboration on security and institutional support*
The Director-General/CEO of the Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN), Prof. Zacharia B. Yaduma, today, 15 September 2026, paid a familiarisation visit to the Oyo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), to strengthen collaboration on security and institutional support.
Prof. Yaduma, accompanied by the Director, Works and Estate, FRIN, Mr. Solomon Faloye, and members of his entourage, was received by the Oyo State Commandant of NSCDC, Commandant Augustine Padonu, and his management team at the Command Headquarters.
The visit focused on reinforcing the existing partnership between FRIN and NSCDC, particularly in preventing illegal encroachment and the infiltration of FRIN forests by bandits and other criminal elements.
Speaking during the visit, Prof. Yaduma stressed the need for stronger security measures to safeguard FRIN's forest reserves and research facilities, which are critical national assets.
Responding, Commandant Padonu pledged the Command's support to FRIN, acknowledging the Institute as a foremost forestry research institution in Nigeria and the first of its kind in West Africa. He assured the DG/CEO of the NSCDC's readiness to collaborate with FRIN in protecting its forests and preventing unauthorised access and criminal activities.
The visit ended on a positive note, with both institutions reaffirming their commitment to strengthening security cooperation and protecting FRIN's forest resources.
