Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, during a sectoral debate organized by the House of Representatives in Abuja. General Musa disclosed that Boko Haram members held in prisons across Nigeria continue to carry out criminal operations with the assistance of some prison warders.
The service chiefs, including the Chief of Army Staff, Chief of Air Staff, Chief of Naval Staff, and the Inspector General of Police, highlighted challenges faced by security agencies, such as underfunding and the need for advanced military technologies.
General Musa emphasized the importance of good governance as a key factor in addressing insecurity, citing it as the best weapon against the ongoing security challenges. The article also touches on issues such as delayed prosecution, challenges in the South-East, and the complexities faced by security forces in targeting terrorists living among the populace.
The Chief of Air Staff highlighted challenges in the rising cost of aviation fuel and the introduction of surcharges affecting the Nigerian Air Force's operational objectives.
The Inspector General of Police discussed the difficulties faced by the police in an environment with inadequate manpower and inadequate funding. The Minister of State for Defence expressed optimism that the insecurity in the country would soon be addressed, citing government efforts in procuring helicopters and other equipment.
