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NSCDC COMMANDANT GENERAL HARPS ON WATERTIGHT INTER AGENCY COLLABORATION IN TACKLING EVOLVING SECURITY CHALLENGES ACROSS THE NATION
NSCDC COMMANDANT GENERAL HARPS ON WATERTIGHT INTER AGENCY COLLABORATION IN TACKLING EVOLVING SECURITY CHALLENGES ACROSS THE NATION
In a dynamic seminar on Interagency Collaboration: Strengthening Security for a Safer Nigeria held on (Day, date) at Fraser Suits, Abuja, Commandant General Ahmed Abubakar Audi, PhD, mni, OFR, addressed the critical importance of interagency collaboration in ensuring the security of lives and properties in Nigeria. The event, organized in collaboration with the Nigerian House of Representatives, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC), and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS), aimed to promote synergy among security agencies across selected states—Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Edo, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River.
The Commandant General emphasized the ever-evolving nature of security challenges, stating that no single agency can combat the complexities alone. He highlighted the need for a collective efforts, pooling resources and expertise to effectively address the hydra-headed security threats facing the nation. In his words;
"The security challenges of our contemporary time are hydra-headed, demanding that we come together, pull resources, and expertise to fight our common enemy. This seminar is a strategic step towards seamless collaboration among security stakeholders in Nigeria."
The Representative of Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Nigeria, Ms Marija Peran, in an address delivered by the Deputy Country Representative, Mr. Lukas Laible, commended the dedication of security agency heads from various states. She expressed gratitude for the continuous collaboration with NSCDC, acknowledging Commandant General Audi's leadership and commitment to the partnership. He stated:
"Understanding each other is the most important thing if we want to work together effectively. All of you here are sitting in the same boat – a boat to make this nation a safe state. With deepened interagency collaboration, this tremendous and life-saving duty will be possible even better."
The seminar, an extension of previous sessions held in different geopolitical zones, serves as a platform to foster understanding and collaboration among heads of security agencies. Marija Peran underscored the importance of interagency cooperation in light of Nigeria's multifaceted security challenges, ranging from terrorism to gang-related violence and conflicts between herders and farmers.
The event features discussions on conflict analysis, professionalism, ethical standards, conflict resolution, management, and transformation, emphasizing the role of human rights in security duties. Experts, including Prof. Tajudeen Akanji, Prof. Shedrack Gaya Best, Dr. Adetunji Ogunyemi, and Joseph Otteh, provides insights to enhance interagency collaboration.
As Nigeria faces diverse security threats, this seminar exemplifies a concerted effort by security agencies and partners to address challenges collectively.
The organizers anticipate that the outcomes will contribute to improved collaboration, ultimately creating a safer and more secure Nigeria.
CSC BABAWALE AFOLABI
National Public Relations Officer
CREDIT / NSCDC, NHQ Abuja
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