Nigeria's National Security Adviser investigates Gulf of Guinea as key arms trafficking route.

Nigeria's National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, announced that the government is investigating the Gulf of Guinea as a key route for arms trafficking. The region, home to 16 countries, faces significant criminal activity, including drug trafficking, oil theft, and piracy. Ribadu highlighted the need to understand the links between climate change, armed violence, and arms proliferation, advocating for stronger frameworks for arms control and conflict mitigation.

October 22, 2024
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