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From Molly Kilete, Abuja
The Ministry of Defence has declared its readiness to partner with the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), in the fight against insecurity in the country.
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, who made this known when he received members of institute led by the Director General, Professor, Ayo Omotayo, in his office, said there is need for the adoption of research results carried out by the institution over time to mitigate security threats and promote peace and stability in the region.
Badaru, while noting that something is being done to enhance the security situation in the country, said the report of the security summit held recently by the Northern Group would be sent to the Institute for further studies and analysis.
He also reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to collaborative efforts aimed at strengthening security architecture through research results.
Also speaking, Permanent Secretary Dr Ibrahim Kana said the reform of the Ministry of Defence and its Agencies is to bring cohesion as well as allow for prompt discharge of constitutional responsibilities of the Armed Forces.
He further stated that the Ministry’s organization is being restructured to allow for Military-Civilian interaction which will further enhance cohesion between the Military and the civilians as obtained in some countries.
Earlier in his address, the leader of the delegation, Prof. Omotayo said they were at the ministry to solicit the support in the areas of security, infrastructure as well as deployment of Directing Staff to the Institute.
He congratulated the Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru on his appointment as Minister of Defence, saying the Institute was proud to have its members achieve such a great feat.
