President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture, stressing that he has prioritised national security as a fundamental aspect of his governance.
Speaking at the Chief of Defence Staff Joint Task Force Commanders Conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Tinubu lauded the military and security agencies for their relentless efforts in combating security threats across the country.
Represented by the Minister of Defence, Muhammed Badaru, the president said, “ While I applaud the tremendous efforts of the Armed Forces, I wish to also commend the various joint task forces and security agencies operating across the country for demonstrating the tenacity to bring all armed criminals to book.
“ This has been instrumental in ensuring peace and stability within our country. Let me assure you that I have prioritized Nigeria’s security and will remain committed to supporting our Armed Forces and other security and para-military agencies in discharging assigned tasks and responsibilities. “
He emphasized the need for synergy among all security arms to effectively tackle the evolving security landscape.
Tinubu urged participants to explore innovative solutions, integrate emerging technologies, and foster multi-agency cooperation to counter the nation’s security threats effectively.
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, highlighted the growing security threats posed by the proliferation of improvised explosive devices and the increasing use of armed drones by terrorists.
He stressed the urgent need for the military to adopt innovative and adaptive strategies to counter these threats effectively.
“While we celebrate our achievements, we must remain vigilant as the security landscape continues to evolve, presenting new and complex challenges.
“Evolving threats such as armed drones, transnational crimes, and the proliferation of IEDs demand innovative and adaptive responses. We must leverage technology, enhance intelligence-sharing, and strengthen interagency cooperation to counter these threats effectively.”
In his remarks, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Defence, Senator Ahmed Lawan, called for greater investment in the defence and intelligence sectors to address the country’s security challenges effectively.
Lawan also advocated for a restructuring of military procurement processes to ensure they align with the operational needs of various security services.
Also speaking at the event, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Amb. Dunoma Ahmed emphasized that promoting peace and security remains a core pillar of Nigeria’s foreign policy.
He stated that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the military share a common goal in ensuring Nigeria remains a beacon of hope for Africa and the global community.
“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs takes seriously the crucial task of translating our government and people’s vision and aspirations into effective diplomatic action,” he noted.
