Tinubu Meets with CDS, Service Chiefs, IGP, Heads of Intelligence over Security Breaches

Tinubu Meets with CDS, Service

President Bola Tinubu, GCFR, met with the National Security Adviser (NSA), service chiefs, and heads of intelligence agencies at the Presidential Villa today.

The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation with neighboring countries to combat the growing threat of terrorism in the region.

During the meeting, President Tinubu directed the security agencies to intensify their collaboration with their counterparts in neighboring countries to achieve greater effectiveness in addressing the security challenges facing the nation.

The President’s directive is aimed at leveraging the collective strength and expertise of regional security agencies to tackle the menace of terrorism, which has been a major concern in the Sahel region.

Briefing the press after the meeting, General Christopher Musa, Chief of Defence Staff, reassured the nation that the security agencies are on top of the situation and working tirelessly to address the security challenges. He attributed the recent surge in terrorist activities in Nigeria to the global push by terrorist groups in the Sahel region, which has put pressure on the country’s borders.

“We have reassured the President that we are on top of our game and are working very hard.

“There is a global push by terrorists all over the Sahel area, and that pressure is what came into Nigeria because of the nature of our borders,” General Musa said.

The Chief of Defence Staff’s statement suggests that the security agencies are aware of the gravity of the situation and are taking proactive measures to counter the threat.

The meeting with President Tinubu is seen as a demonstration of the government’s commitment to addressing the security challenges facing the nation and its determination to explore all available options to ensure the safety and security of Nigerians.

The directive to enhance cooperation with neighboring countries is a significant development, as it recognizes the transnational nature of the terrorist threat and the need for a collective response.

By working together, Nigeria and its neighbors can share intelligence, coordinate efforts, and develop a more effective strategy to combat terrorism and ensure regional stability.