Defence, intelligence chiefs seek technological solutions to tackle insecurity

The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has called for the full deployment of technology in the ongoing operations against criminal elements in the country.

According to him, the adoption of cutting-edge technology would help combat insecurity effectively.

The CDS spoke during a courtesy visit to the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency, Ambassador Ahmed Abubakar, in Abuja.

This was contained in a statement on Thursday by the Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau.

The statement partly read, “Today, May 2 2024, the CDS, General Christopher Musa, continued his efforts to bolster collaboration within the country’s security apparatus with a courtesy visit to the National Intelligence Agency Headquarters in Abuja. The purpose of the visit was to strengthen cooperation in addressing the prevailing security challenges confronting the nation.

“General Musa commended the Director General of NIA, Ambassador Ahmed Rufai Abubakar, for his exemplary leadership and commitment to national service. He expressed gratitude for the agency’s invaluable support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria and urged the adoption of cutting-edge technology to combat criminal activities effectively.”

He, however, called for collaboration against Insecurity in the country.

Musa said, “Highlighting the significance of unity and teamwork, General Musa affirmed the AFN’s readiness to collaborate closely for the greater good of the nation. He stressed the imperative of addressing security challenges with determination, emphasizing the role of fairness, good governance, and related factors in safeguarding national security.”

On his part, the NIA boss also said it was important for the various security agencies to work as a team.

He added this was important for the security of the nation.

“Ambassador Abubakar extended a warm welcome to the CDS and his delegation, underscoring the paramount importance of teamwork and cooperation in advancing the nation’s interests.

“He reiterated the agency’s mandate to safeguard the country’s interests and emphasized the necessity of collaboration among security agencies. Ambassador Abubakar also acknowledged the challenges facing security agencies but urged them not to waver in their commitment to their duties,” the statement added.

According Online reports that there has been ongoing discussion and planning around the implementation of technology and collaborative efforts among various security agencies to combat insecurity in Nigeria.

According to experts, collaboration and technology would immensely help to address the security challenge bedevilling the country.