FG overhauls security strategy as terrorism, banditry, cyber threats escalate

From Molly Kilete, Abuja
The Federal Government has commenced a comprehensive review of Nigeria’s National Security Strategy to address the evolving threats posed by terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, cybercrime, economic instability, food insecurity and other emerging security challenges.
National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, yesterday inaugurated a committee to review the 2019 National Security Strategy and develop a new framework for coordinating security operations, strengthening national resilience and tackling existing and emerging threats.
The committee has been given four weeks to submit its final draft of the proposed National Security Strategy 2026, which is...