Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa says insecurity remains difficult to defeat because criminal groups continue to receive support from people within local communities. Speaking during a Democracy Day programme in Lagos, Musa explained that terrorists and bandits rely heavily on local support networks for information, supplies and movement, allowing them to remain active despite ongoing […]
Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa says insecurity remains difficult to defeat because criminal groups continue to receive support from people within local communities.
Speaking during a Democracy Day programme in Lagos, Musa explained that terrorists and bandits rely heavily on local support networks for information, supplies and movement, allowing them to remain active despite ongoing military operations.
He said the success of these groups depends on the assistance they receive from individuals who provide logistics and intelligence, describing such support as the lifeline sustaining insecurity.
Musa noted that today’s security threats differ from traditional warfare because criminals live among ordinary people, making it harder for security agencies to identify and eliminate them.
The Defence Minister urged Nigerians to see security as a shared responsibility, stressing that lasting peace cannot be achieved without public cooperation and vigilance.
He also expressed concern over the growing spread of false information online, warning that misinformation fuels division and creates opportunities for criminal groups to exploit societal tensions.
According to him, Nigeria’s security situation is further complicated by instability across the Sahel region, which has contributed to the movement of weapons and armed groups across borders.
Musa appealed for national unity and collective responsibility, emphasizing that citizens and security agencies must work together to overcome insecurity and strengthen democratic governance.