The Chairman of EIB Group and Briech UAS, Bright Echefu, has advised that the use of jamming systems by security operatives can help address challenges posed by insurgents in Nigeria.
Echefu, a security expert, made this statement on Wednesday during a media tour of EIB Group subsidiaries attended by Naijaonpoint.
Naijaonpoint previously reported on April 3, 2025, that the Nigerian Military, in collaboration with Briech UAS, unveiled the first and largest indigenous attack drones and bombs in Nigeria and Africa.
The event, which marked the unveiling of these attack drones and bombs, took place at the Briech UAS headquarters in Abuja and was graced by Gen. Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS).
Speaking to the press at the Briech UAS headquarters, Echefu stated that with the right support and increased investment, indigenous companies have the capacity to provide the necessary logistics support to the military in the fight against insecurity.
“I can tell you that I am not the only one supporting the various sectors through local activities and local productions. There is a lot going on. People are even producing tractors in Nigeria now.
“Nigeria currently has the capacity to end this emergency, with the number of local companies investing heavily.
“The Nigerian military strongly supports local manufacturers through research collaboration and support,” Echefu added.
“The use of commercial drones by insurgent groups presents significant challenges for security forces.
“ To address this, the security apparatus is leveraging technologies like drone detection and jamming systems, improved intelligence gathering, and counter-drone systems,’’ Echefu stated.
“This system will provide at-a-glance dashboards showing the status and location of monitored items, including parameters like satellite imagery and intelligence gathering capabilities to support security agencies,’’ he said.
Naijaonpoint previously reported that Gen. Musa highlighted these locally made drones as a game-changer in an era of complex and asymmetric security threats, emphasizing the significance of producing local military solutions—especially amid global politics and procurement challenges.
“These force multipliers will play a vital role in enhancing the operational effectiveness of our military, particularly in a world where global politics surrounding the procurement of advanced military hardware have become more intricate.
“Countries that do not produce such solutions face bureaucratic bottlenecks and diplomatic hurdles when acquiring these critical platforms. We are facing such challenges directly.
“If you don’t produce what you need, you will be at the mercy of others, even when you have the financial resources to acquire them,” he said.
This proposal was part of his “Budget of Restoration,” unveiled on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, during a joint session of the National Assembly in Abuja.
This proposal was part of his “Budget of Restoration,” unveiled on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, during a joint session of the National Assembly in Abuja.
In his address, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of security as the foundation for national progress.