Emmanuel Daudu
The Honourable Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, CON, mni, held a high-level operational briefing today with the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Service Chiefs at the Ministry of Defence Headquarters in Abuja to assess and address the current national security situation.
The session provided a comprehensive review of the security challenges facing various regions of the country, including the North East, Plateau State, North West, North Central, and South East areas grappling with insurgency, banditry, and communal unrest.
The Armed Forces presented updates on ongoing operations, intelligence coordination, inter-agency collaboration, and resource deployment efforts.
Special attention was given to Borno and Plateau states, where security concerns have remained acute. Discussions yielded actionable strategies aimed at restoring peace and stability in those regions.
Badaru reiterated his commitment to working closely with the Armed Forces to develop and implement effective, sustainable strategies to overcome Nigeria’s multifaceted security threats.
He also reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s steadfast support for the military, emphasizing the need for intelligence-driven, proactive, and community-focused approaches to defence.
“This operational briefing has given me deeper insight into the realities on the ground and highlighted the tremendous efforts of our armed forces,” the Minister said. “We are determined to support our gallant troops with the tools and policies required to win the fight against insecurity and ensure every Nigerian lives in safety and dignity.”
The meeting marks a continuation of the Ministry’s drive to align strategic defence operations with national security priorities and constitutional mandates to protect lives and property.
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