Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has applauded the country’s Service Chiefs for their strategic and impactful leadership in transforming the nation’s security landscape over the past two years.
Speaking during a high-level engagement with media executives and stakeholders, the Minister credited the Service Chiefs with spearheading a national security overhaul that has resulted in measurable progress. According to him, their consistent efforts have significantly reduced major security breaches across the country, restoring public confidence in the government’s ability to maintain peace and protect lives.
Idris acknowledged the complex challenges confronting the military and other security agencies, including insurgency, banditry, and organized crime. Yet, despite these threats, the Service Chiefs have remained resolute in their mission, driving meaningful progress in national defense and internal security operations.
Notably, the past two years have witnessed a marked decline in terrorist attacks, kidnappings, and large-scale violence—an achievement that Idris attributes to improved strategy, coordination, and discipline within the armed forces. This progress, he noted, has not only improved the safety of citizens but has also created a more favorable climate for foreign investment and national development.
The Minister highlighted enhanced inter-agency collaboration as a key outcome of the Service Chiefs’ security reform agenda. This strengthened cooperation among military and intelligence agencies has led to quicker response times and more effective neutralization of security threats across different regions of the country.
In his address, Idris also emphasized the crucial role of the media in fostering a national culture of security awareness. He called on media organizations to partner with the government in promoting accurate, responsible reporting that supports the collective goal of national stability. According to him, the media has a vital part to play in encouraging civic responsibility and vigilance among the population.
The Minister’s public recognition of the Service Chiefs stands as a testament to the government’s resolve to place national security at the forefront of its priorities. It also serves as a reminder that safeguarding the country requires a united front—one where government institutions, the military, the press, and the citizens themselves all share responsibility.