Tinubu’s homeland security adviser unveils four security priorities

Nigeria's homeland security architecture is set to undergo significant strengthening, with presidential aide Adeyinka Famadewa unveiling four strategic priorities.

Retired Major General Famadewa announced the plan Friday following his first meeting with heads of key government agencies and security institutions in Abuja. The meeting focused on practical frameworks to improve inter-agency collaboration and tackle Nigeria's complex security landscape.

The four core priorities are: implementing a Unified Surveillance Programme for enhanced monitoring and situational awareness; strengthening identity management to combat anonymity and reduce criminal activity; improving border security through coordinated operations and technology; and establishing robust Early Warning, Crisis Reporting, and Response mechanisms.

Famadewa emphasized President Bola Tinubu's commitment to a "secure, resilient and technology-driven homeland security ecosystem." He stressed that achieving this goal requires sustained collaboration and intelligence sharing among institutions. The aide also highlighted the importance of non-kinetic measures in building societal resilience, while commending the armed forces for their ongoing efforts.

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a secure, resilient and technology-driven homeland security ecosystem