In the face of worsening security across several Nigerian states, the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) has taken a firm stand, calling for immediate deployment of advanced security technology and urgent recruitment of more security personnel to tackle the growing wave of violence.
At a crucial meeting held in Abuja on Thursday, the Nigerian Governors’ Forum, chaired by Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, issued a communiqué emphasizing the need for strategic and technology-backed approaches to combat rising insecurity. The message was delivered by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma.
According to Uzodimma, the governors resolved to form a high-level committee tasked with working directly with security agency heads to craft a joint operational strategy. This move comes in light of the recent bloodshed, including the massacre of over 50 individuals in Plateau State and the killing of at least 15 persons in Katsina-Ala, Benue State.
In a strong response, the governors urged security agencies to escalate efforts to protect lives and properties nationwide.
General Christopher Musa, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, made a presentation to the Forum, outlining a new national security framework that emphasizes early threat detection, coordinated responses, and technological surveillance. Governors supported this vision, noting that tech-enabled security solutions are essential for modern crisis management.
The Forum also reviewed a proposal by Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, promoting land reform and improved land registration as part of the Renewed Hope Programme. The reform, aimed at boosting internal revenue and enhancing land governors forum, security in nigeria, state police, technology in security, nigeria killingstenure security, received strong support from governors.
Additionally, a strategic partnership proposal with Powercom Smart Grid Nigeria Limited was discussed. The deal seeks to overhaul electricity distribution by integrating smart grid systems and local meter production, with the goal of improving energy delivery and supporting job creation.
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani highlighted the urgent need for the establishment of state police, stressing that governors are often blamed for security lapses despite constitutional limits on their powers.
He emphasized the importance of collaboration:
“This is not about blaming one another. We need to recognize that Nigeria lacks enough boots on the ground—less than 300,000 soldiers and under 400,000 police officers in a country of over 230 million people. To address insecurity, we must combine military action with non-kinetic strategies.”
Governor Sani praised his administration’s efforts in reducing religious and communal clashes since taking office, calling for inclusive leadership and strong partnerships with the military to combat terrorism, banditry, and ethnic violence.
The Forum concluded that lasting peace requires unity, innovation, and concrete action from all levels of government.
Stay updated on security reforms, tech-driven governance, and political developments. Follow for in-depth coverage and real-time updates. Share your thoughts with us—how can your state government better protect lives?
Leave a Reply