- The Office of the National Security Adviser emphasized the need for stronger inter-agency collaboration and cross-border partnerships to combat terrorism
- Maj.-Gen. Adamu Laka highlighted that combating terrorism requires a unified approach, as no single agency can address this growing threat alone
The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has emphasized the need for stronger inter-agency collaboration and cross-border partnerships to combat terrorism in Nigeria. This call comes in response to the devastating effects of terrorism on the nation, its citizens, and international relationships.
Speaking through the National Counter-Terrorism Centre (NCTC), ONSA highlighted how terrorism continues to pose severe challenges.
The National Coordinator of NCTC, Maj.-Gen. Adamu Laka, stressed this during the launch of the Counter-Terrorism Theory and Practice Course in Abuja. The event was organized in partnership with the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, UK.
Maj.-Gen. Laka explained that the course, part of the Nigeria-UK Strategic Defence Partnership, aims to promote a unified approach involving all sectors of government and society.
He underscored that combating terrorism requires collective efforts, as no single agency can succeed alone in addressing this growing threat.
Lawrence Devlin, Head of the Counter-terrorism Network for West Africa at the British High Commission, reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to working with Nigeria on shared security issues.
He noted that the program builds on ongoing efforts to strengthen the region’s response to terrorism.
Course facilitator Dr. Aaron Edward emphasized that the training is designed to provide a deeper understanding of modern terrorist threats and that this initiative aims to enhance knowledge and skills for addressing terrorism effectively.
The event highlighted the critical role of collaboration in ensuring national and regional security.
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