NCCSALW

NATIONAL CENTRE FOR THE CONTROL OF SMALL ARMS AND LIGHT WEAPONS…To Promote an Illicit Arms-Free Society

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EVER WONDERED WHY FOOD PRICES KEEP RISING?

It's not always about inflation.
When illicit arms force farmers off their lands, harvests decline, supply chains are disrupted, and food becomes more expensive for everyone.

Controlling Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) isn't just a security priority, it's an economic necessity.
A safer Nigeria means a more prosperous Nigeria. 🇳🇬

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🚨 MYTH vs FACT

❌ Myth: “A gun in my house makes me safer.”

✅ Fact: Illegal firearms increase the risk of accidental shootings, violence, and insecurity.
Real safety comes from strong communities, effective law enforcement, and respect for the rule of law.
Choose peace. Choose safety.

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Happy New Month from all of us at NCCSALW!
As we step into June, we reaffirm our dedication to a safer, more secure Nigeria. Let’s work together to silence illegal arms and foster peace in our communities.

Here’s to a peaceful and productive month ahead!

#NewMonth #SecuringOurNation #NCCSALW #SaferNigeria

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Locally made weapons commonly known as “dan-egun” are not harmless.

They are illegal, highly unpredictable, and pose serious risks to lives and communities. From accidental shootings to violent crimes, these weapons continue to fuel insecurity across Nigeria.

NCCSALW remains committed to identifying and removing illicit weapons from circulation to keep Nigerians safe 🇳🇬

Your safety comes first.

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Eid Mubarak from NCCSALW 🌙✨

As we celebrate this season of sacrifice, faith, and unity, may the spirit of Eid inspire lasting peace, stronger communities, and a safer Nigeria for all 🇳🇬

Let us continue to promote harmony, reject violence, and work together toward a future defined by peace and security.

Wishing you and your loved ones joy, blessings, and peace this Eid al-Adha.

#EidMubarak #EidAlAdha #NCCSALW #PeaceInNigeria #SaferNigeria #NationalUnity #BuildingPeace

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OUR MISSION. OUR VISION. OUR COMMITMENT. 🇳🇬

At the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), our mandate goes beyond policy, it is a commitment to safeguarding lives, strengthening national security, and building a safer Nigeria for all.

Our Mission: To coordinate efforts at all levels, alongside critical stakeholders, to prevent and combat the proliferation of illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) in Nigeria.

Our Vision: To be a professional and credible national institution driving effective control of illicit SALW proliferation.

Together, through collaboration, awareness, and collective responsibility, we can build safer communities and a more secure nation.
Security is everyone’s responsibility.

Say NO to illicit arms.
Say YES to peace, safety, and national development.

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Think the biggest security threats are always large weapons? Think again.

Just one person can carry some light Weapons like grenade launchers, yet the destruction they cause can impact entire communities.

This is why stopping the illicit spread of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) remains a top priority for NCCSALW.

A safer Nigeria starts with awareness and collective action 🇳🇬
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NCCSALW Organises Training on Diplomatic Etiquette and Protocol for Personnel
The National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) held a two-day training programme on Basic Diplomatic Etiquette and Protocol from 12–13 May 2026 at the National Counter Terrorism Centre, Abuja, aimed at enhancing professionalism, institutional conduct, and effective official engagement among personnel of the Centre.
The training, themed “Polishing the Shield: Excellence in Diplomatic Conduct for National Security,” brought together Directors, Deputy Directors, Assistant Directors, and junior officers of the Centre for intensive sessions on diplomatic practice, protocol procedures, and personal and professional etiquette.
In his welcome address, the Director-General, NCCSALW, DIG Johnson Babatunde Kokumo (Rtd) mni PhD emphasized the importance of diplomatic conduct and protocol in strengthening institutional effectiveness, particularly as the Centre continues to engage with security agencies, diplomatic missions, development partners, and international organizations in the fight against the proliferation of illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons.
The training featured presentations by seasoned diplomats and protocol experts, including Ambassador Ben Okoyen (Rtd), Ambassador Wahab A. Akande, Ambassador Safiu Olukayode Olaniyan, and Ambassador Janet O. Olisa (Rtd), who delivered lectures on diplomatic practice, management of official events, high-level engagements, and professional etiquette.
The programme reflects NCCSALW’s sustained commitment to staff capacity development, institutional excellence, and professionalism in the discharge of its mandate toward promoting national peace and security.
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NCCSALW Deepens Strategic Security Collaboration During South South Zonal Visit
The Director-General of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), DIG Johnson Babatunde Kokumo (Rtd) mni PhD has continued efforts to strengthen the operational effectiveness of the Centre through strategic engagements and inter-agency collaboration during a two-day working visit to the South South Zonal Office in Calabar from 4–5 May 2026. The Director-General was represented by the Director of Policy and Plans, Major General Sani Suleiman mni.
Speaking during the visit, the representative of the Director-General conveyed the appreciation of the Centre’s leadership to personnel of the Zone for their commitment and operational resilience. He particularly commended the Zone’s efforts in intelligence gathering and arms recovery operations, including the arrest of a long-wanted suspect linked to illicit arms activities. He further assured staff of the leadership’s commitment to improving welfare and strengthening operational capacity across all formations of the Centre.
As part of the engagement, the delegation paid courtesy visits to the Eastern Naval Command, Nigerian Navy, and Headquarters 13 Brigade Nigerian Army, Calabar, where discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in the fight against the proliferation of illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW).
At the Eastern Naval Command, the delegation was received by Rear Admiral S. Ibrahim on behalf of the Flag Officer Commanding, Rear Admiral KO Okehie. The representative of the Director-General appreciated the Nigerian Navy for its continued support to the Centre, noting that the partnership has significantly enhanced operational activities within the South South Zone.
Similarly, at Headquarters 13 Brigade Nigerian Army, the delegation was received by the Garrison Commander, Lt Col YM Abdullahi, who represented the Commander, Brigadier General PO Alimikhena. Discussions centered on sustaining operational support and intelligence collaboration toward addressing security threats fueled by illicit arms proliferation.
The visit underscores NCCSALW’s sustained efforts in strengthening institutional partnerships, enhancing intelligence-driven operations, improving arms recovery mechanisms, and fostering inter-agency collaboration as part of broader national efforts to curb the proliferation of illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons across the country.
#NCCSALW #ArmsControl #SouthSouthZone #SecurityCollaboration #SALW #Nigeria

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Every weapon removed from circulation is one less threat to our communities.

Illicit arms do not only fuel violence—they create fear, disrupt livelihoods, and endanger the future of our children. A safer Nigeria begins when communities, institutions, and citizens work together to prevent unauthorized weapons from falling into the wrong hands.

At NCCSALW, we remain committed to promoting peace, strengthening public safety, and engaging communities through awareness, education, and proactive action.

Together, we can build neighborhoods where children can learn without fear, businesses can thrive peacefully, and families can live securely.

Peace and security are everyone’s responsibility. Let us all play our part in creating a safer future for Nigeria 🇳🇬
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#NCCSALW #SaferNigeria #PeaceInNigeria #CommunitySafety #NationalSecurity #PeaceBuilding #StayInformed

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Our vision is simple:
A Nigeria where peace, not arms, defines our communities 🇳🇬

Every peaceful market.
Every safe school.
Every thriving neighborhood.
That is the future we must protect together.

👉🏽 Stay informed. Support peace. Be part of the solution.

#NCCSALW #PeaceInNigeria #SaferNigeria #CommunitySafety #NationalSecurity #StayInformed #SecurityAwareness

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NCCSALW Sensitises NYSC Members in Niger State on Dangers of Illicit Arms
The North Central Zonal Office of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) on 7 May 2026 conducted a sensitisation programme for NYSC Batch ‘A’ Stream II Corps Members at the Orientation Camp in Paiko, Minna, Niger State.
The sensitisation, led by Lt Col OK Olagunju, Zonal Assistant Director Support Services, enlightened about 2,484 Corps Members and camp officials on the dangers of illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALWs), highlighting their role in fueling banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery, and communal conflicts.
During the session, Corps Members were encouraged to promote peace, report suspicious activities through appropriate channels, and avoid involvement in local disputes. He further highlighted the mandate of NCCSALW and the Federal Government’s commitment to combating illicit arms proliferation across the country.
The interactive session witnessed active participation from Corps Members, while informational materials and contact details for intelligence sharing were distributed.
The programme reflects NCCSALW’s continued commitment to grassroots sensitisation and community participation in the fight against illicit SALWs.
#NCCSALW #NYSC #ArmsControl #SALW #PeaceBuilding #NigerState #Nigeria

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NCCSALW Engages Emir of Minna to Strengthen Community-Based Approach to Arms ControlThe North Central Zonal Office of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) on 30 April 2026 paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Minna, His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr) Umar Faruq Bahago, at his palace in Minna, Niger State, as part of efforts to deepen collaboration in combating the proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons.The delegation, led by the Zonal Director, Abdul Adamu Eneche, conveyed goodwill on behalf of the Director-General, DIG Johnson Babatunde Kokumo (Rtd), mni, PhD, and highlighted the Centre’s mandate to regulate and control the spread of illicit arms, following its establishment in 2021 and enactment into law in 2024.Speaking during the visit, the Zonal Director noted that prevailing security challenges such as terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and communal conflicts are largely driven by the proliferation of illicit weapons. He emphasized the need for coordinated national efforts and underscored the strategic role of traditional institutions in intelligence gathering, community sensitization, and promoting voluntary compliance. He further identified porous borders and illegal local arms production as key drivers of arms https://t.co/XlQa4bSXdH his response, the Emir of Minna welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed the importance of synergy between government agencies and traditional authorities in sustaining peace and security. He pledged continued support through community engagement, public awareness, and the reporting of suspicious activities, while discouraging illicit arms production within local communities.The engagement highlights NCCSALW’s sustained commitment to inclusive stakeholder collaboration as a critical component of national efforts to curb the proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons.#NCCSALW #ArmsControl #CommunityEngagement #TraditionalInstitutions #SecurityCollaboration #SALW #NorthCentralZone #Nigeria

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NCCSALW, NIS Deepen Strategic Partnership to Curb Illicit Arms Proliferation
The North Central Zonal Office of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) has reinforced its collaboration with the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Niger State Command, following a courtesy visit by the State Comptroller HC Maduka, and his management team to the Zonal Office in Minna.
The visit provided a strategic platform to strengthen inter-agency synergy, particularly in intelligence sharing and border management, as part of ongoing efforts to address the proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons.
In his remarks, the Comptroller underscored the critical role of collaboration in enhancing national security, noting that border communities remain vulnerable entry points for illicit arms. He called for sustained intelligence sharing and coordinated action among security agencies.
Responding, the Zonal Director, Abdul Adamu Eneche DDGSS (Rtd) fsi PhD, highlighted the Centre’s mandate and ongoing efforts in controlling the spread of illicit arms. He identified porous borders, internal leakages, and activities of unregulated local fabricators as major drivers of proliferation, stressing that the availability of such weapons continues to fuel insecurity, including banditry, kidnapping, and armed violence.
He further emphasized the need to strengthen surveillance along land, air, and maritime corridors, while urging heightened vigilance at border checkpoints to prevent concealment of arms in imported goods and vehicles.
The engagement also featured an interactive session where both agencies exchanged insights on operational challenges, including monitoring of unmanned border routes and management of recovered arms in line with international best practices.
#NCCSALW #NIS #ArmsControl #BorderSecurity #SecurityCollaboration #SALW #Nigeria #PeaceAndSecurity

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A gun-free neighbourhood is a peaceful neighbourhood.

When we work together to identify and report illicit arms, we protect our schools, markets, and homes.

See something? Speak up. Support peace.

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Possession of unauthorized firearms is not just illegal—it’s a threat to national peace and security.

Under the Firearms Act, only the State is empowered to regulate arms possession to protect lives and maintain stability.

Stay informed. Stay on the right side of the law.

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#NigeriaSecurity #RuleOfLaw #StayInformed #PublicSafety

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Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) go beyond handguns.

They include:
• Small arms: pistols, revolvers, rifles, assault rifles, sub-machine guns
• Light weapons: heavy machine guns, mortars, grenade launchers, anti-tank weapons, and MANPADS

What are MANPADS?
Man-Portable Air Defence Systems—shoulder-fired missiles designed to target aircraft.

The mission of NCCSALW is to ensure these weapons do not fall into unauthorised hands—protecting lives and strengthening national security.

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NCCSALW South South Zone Hosts Strategic Intelligence Management Institute Participants.
The South South Zonal Office of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) on 15 April 2026 hosted participants of Course 2 from the Strategic Intelligence Management Institute, National Intelligence Agency, during their study tour of Cross River State.
The delegation, led by Ambassador Ekpebike Agbana, visited the Centre as part of efforts to broaden their understanding of national security institutions and operational frameworks.
The zonal Director Mr. Alex Ebimiebo who was represented by the Assistant Director Intelligence, Captain (NN) A. Raji, briefed the delegation on the origin, establishment, mandate, and key activities of the Centre, particularly its role in coordinating efforts to control the proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons in Nigeria. The session also featured an interactive question and answer segment, providing further insights into the Centre’s operations.
In his remarks, the team leader, Ambassador Agbana, expressed appreciation to the Centre for receiving the delegation at short notice and commended its efforts in advancing arms control and enhancing national security.
The visit highlights NCCSALW’s continued commitment to stakeholder engagement, knowledge sharing, and institutional collaboration in support of national and regional peace and security.
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