No quick fixes to combat security challenges, says FG

The Federal Government has asked Nigerians to exercise patience as it strategises on how to decimate insurgency in the country.

The government stated that the security challenges bedeviling the country cannot be effectively tackled in a hurry.

Minister of Defence, Major General Bashir Magashi (Rtd) made the disclosure at the Nigerian Naval College, Onne, Rivers State today during the passing out parade and commissioning ceremony of 108 Naval cadets of the Direct Short Service 27.

Magashi, who was represented by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Abayomi Olonisakin, praised the Nigerian Navy for spearheading the fight against piracy, militancy and crude oil theft in the Niger Delta region.

He added that the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent civil unrest in the country has further exposed the delicate nature of human security.

He said, “I am most delighted to be in your midst this morning as the reviewing officer of this passing out parade in honour of 108 Naval cadets of the Direct Short Service Course 27.

“The Covid-19 pandemic and the civil unrest has further demonstrated the frailty and multiplexity nature of human security, apparently, there are no quick fixes to effectively combat security challenges bedeviling our dear nation.

Magashi assured of President Buhari’s commitment in the fight against internal and external aggression.

“It is, therefore, germane to appreciate the untiring support of Mr. President, Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces of Nigeria, His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari, as he continues to demonstrate resolve and full support for the Nigerian armed forces through the resourcing of operational requirements and personnel welfare.

“It is against this background, that His Excellency recently approved the increase in the manpower intake of the armed forces to comprehensively tackle the multifaceted security threats across the nation.”