The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has appointed Mr Alexander Barunde, as its new commandant in Plateau.

Barunde replaced Mr. Stephen Jiyason, who was posted to Benue.

Taking over the leadership of the command on Tuesday in Jos, Barunde promised to build on the success recorded by his successor.

He also promised to partner with other security agencies to tackle all forms of insecurity in the state.

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Barunde called on the residents of the state to support and cooperate with the command in its bid to fight crime and criminality.

He said the command would do everything within its constitutional powers to secure public properties in the state.

Arunde was posted to Plateau from Bauchi.