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From Okey Sampson, Umuahia
Abia State Governor Dr Alex Otti, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) George Akume, and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu have advocated synergy in security management to place the country on a better pedestal as 2027 approaches.
Governor Otti stated this while declaring open a two-day Federal and States Security Administrators (FASA) meeting organised by the Federal Government in collaboration with the Abia State government in Umuahia.
He said the security meeting provided participants with the opportunity to critically examine and share practical experiences on security issues from across states, as well as develop actionable recommendations to strengthen the collective response to national security.
The governor said the gathering of the participants in Abia State underscores the shared commitment of all stakeholders in Nigeria, stressing that they all have the responsibility to safeguard the nation.
“I welcome you all to Abia for this important Federal and State Security Administrators conference. Your presence here underscores the shared commitment we all have.
“The responsibility to safeguard our nation and strengthen our institutions and ensure that governance at every level delivers safety, stability and progress to our people,” Gov Otti stated.
Governor Otti called for synergy and collaboration among stakeholders, including security agencies, INEC, political actors and relevant institutions, to ensure credible elections, as well as efforts to curb the activities of hoodlums and political thugs.
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In his address, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator Akume, said the summit focused on preparations for the general elections in 2027.
Akume, represented by the Chairman of FASA and Permanent Secretary, Special Services Office of the Presidency, Muhammad Sanusi Danjuma, noted the menace of false information and its negative impact on national security.
He expressed the need for a collaborative effort in fighting terrorism and banditry, among others, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
He appreciated the Abia State governor for accepting to host the meeting in Umuahia and commended his achievements in the state.
The National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, represented by his Special Adviser on Governance and Sub-national Matters, Mr A.B. Okuro, stated that the Federal Government remains committed to working collaboratively with state governments and all relevant institutions to strengthen the nation’s collective security architecture.
He said security now demands coordination, trust and structured engagement across all levels of government, maintaining that Nigeria’s security is a shared responsibility and that, with all working together, the country would continue to make measurable progress.
Earlier, in their goodwill messages, some participants, including the Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Borno State, Professor Usman Tar; Head of Service of Akwa Ibom State, Ms Elsie Peters; and Permanent Secretary, Special Services Office, Nasarawa State, Muhammad Iyasu Idde, said the benefits of the periodic meeting cannot be overemphasised, as it allows members of FASA to review security issues and make necessary recommendations for improved security in Nigeria.
