Nigeria’s security remains a priority – Tinubu

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 prioritised 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.”

Tinubu also emphasised the need for synergy among all security arms to effectively tackle the evolving security landscape.

He urged conference 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, Gen.  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.”