Nigeria's Chief of Army Staff Lagbaja calls for addressing poverty, unemployment, and collaboration among sectors to tackle insecurity.

Nigeria's Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has called for a comprehensive approach to tackle insecurity by addressing poverty and unemployment. He noted that over half of Nigeria's population is under 35, with less than 20% employed, making them vulnerable to criminal recruitment. Lagbaja stressed the need for collaboration among various sectors and highlighted the role of technology in modern security threats. National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu affirmed the government's commitment to improving security.

September 13, 2024
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