The Edo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of its Commandant, Gbenga Agun. Nigerian Politics Books

Agun reportedly slumped and died on Thursday during an award ceremony organised by the International Association of World Peace Advocates in Benin City, the state capital.

The Commandant, who had just been honoured at the event, collapsed moments after delivering his goodwill message.

He was immediately rushed to the Military Hospital along Airport Road for urgent medical attention but was pronounced dead on arrival.

An eyewitness, who preferred not to be named, recounted the shocking incident: “The NSCDC Commandant arrived at the ceremony full of life. However, I observed he jerked intermittently in his voice while delivering his speech.

“After his address, he returned to his seat and began to convulse. He was immediately rushed to the hospital, but sadly, he was pronounced dead on arrival. It was an unfortunate situation. I sympathise with his family and pray for the repose of his soul.”

As of the time of filing this report, the spokesman of the Edo State Command of the NSCDC, Efosa Ogbebor, had yet to issue an official response.