The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), has referred to as for stronger collaboration between educational establishments and safety companies to deal with Nigeria’s evolving safety challenges.
He made the decision on Friday 30 October 2026 on the commissioning of the CG Musa Security Management Hub on the TETFund Centre of Excellence, University of Ibadan.
The minister reflecting on the power’s inception throughout his lecture on world fragility and safety administration on the college in July 2025 emphasised that lasting nationwide safety can’t be achieved by means of navy pressure alone.
He stated, “The battlefield could reveal the instant manifestations of insecurity, however the college offers the mental surroundings to interrogate its causes, consider responses, and develop sustainable options.
“Having spent decades in military service, I have come to appreciate that effective security management begins long before the first shot is fired. We must anticipate threats long before they escalate into crises.”
Musa in a press release by his Special Assistant on Media Leah Kaltung-Babatubde reiterated that the federal authorities beneath the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stays resolute in strengthening nationwide safety by means of institutional reforms, enhanced operational capabilities, strategic partnerships, and evidence-based evaluation.
He stated, “We have stepped up our game in the field and are gradually improving the security situation. However, it is essential that every citizen plays a role through a whole-of-nation approach. As the saying goes, ‘if you see something, say something’.”
The minister envisioned the brand new Hub changing into a premier centre for rigorous analysis, strategic dialogue, skilled improvement, and sensible innovation.
He urged the college management to develop collaborative programmes involving students, navy professionals, legislation enforcement companies, policymakers, and know-how specialists, with particular concentrate on intelligence evaluation, cybersecurity, synthetic intelligence, battle prevention, disaster administration, and neighborhood engagement.
He expressed appreciation to key venture facilitators, together with Prof. B.A Aluko, Prof. Ayo Albert, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 2 Division, personnel of the two Division Engineers, and the assorted college departments that ensured the profitable completion of the hub.
He additionally paid tribute to the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Ok.O. Adebowale, congratulating him on the profitable completion of his distinguished tenure and wishing him effectively in his future endeavours.
Reaffirming his dedication to the establishment, the Defence Minister assured that he would proceed to help the University of Ibadan in advancing educational excellence and nationwide safety options.
Earlier in his submission, outgoing Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan Professor Ok.O. Adebowale expressed gratitude to the Honourable Minister for honouring the University’s request and delivering throughout the promised timeframe.
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