As security concerns persist across Nigeria, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu and Senate President Godswill Akpabio have called for the deployment of advanced technology and stronger cooperation with neighbouring countries to curb insecurity and reinforce Nigeria’s border security system. Speaking at the 15th National Security Seminar in Abuja on Tuesday, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu […]
As security concerns persist across Nigeria, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu and Senate President Godswill Akpabio have called for the deployment of advanced technology and stronger cooperation with neighbouring countries to curb insecurity and reinforce Nigeria’s border security system.
Speaking at the 15th National Security Seminar in Abuja on Tuesday, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu and Senate President Godswill Akpabio stressed the need for modern security technology and closer collaboration with neighbouring countries.
Ribadu, represented by the Director of Policy and Strategy at the Office of the National Security Adviser, Yazid Gbemudu, said Nigeria’s vast borders provide opportunities for trade and regional integration but also create openings for terrorists, traffickers, smugglers and other criminal networks.
He explained that the Federal Government’s National Border Management Strategy is designed to improve intelligence gathering, surveillance operations and border management through a coordinated approach involving multiple agencies.
According to Ribadu, technology already deployed at key border locations has improved traveller screening, migration tracking and information management. He urged authorities to fully implement integrated border management systems and strengthen intelligence sharing among security agencies.
The NSA also advocated wider deployment of surveillance equipment, biometric technology and data based security solutions. He noted that many of the threats facing Nigeria are transnational and require joint action with neighbouring countries.
He added that developing border communities through infrastructure projects and economic opportunities would help reduce criminal exploitation. Despite ongoing efforts, he acknowledged that porous borders, limited technology and inadequate infrastructure remain major obstacles.
Represented by Senator Ahmad Lawan, Akpabio said Nigeria must adopt stronger surveillance measures, better inter agency collaboration and improved regional partnerships to protect its borders. He emphasised that sustainable development can only thrive in an atmosphere of peace and security.