The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa retired has emphasized that no single service or security agency can single handedly resolve the complex security challenges facing Nigeria. Speaking during a high level engagement, the defence minister stressed the need for seamless collaboration among all security outfits and relevant ministries to effectively tackle the multifaceted threats of terrorism, insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and other forms of criminality across the country.

General Musa noted that the nature of contemporary security problems has blurred the lines between internal and external threats making isolated efforts inadequate. He pointed out that success in the fight against insecurity can only be achieved through a whole of government and whole of society approach that includes intelligence sharing joint operations and coordinated strategies.

The minister made the remarks while interacting with stakeholders including during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Interior where both leaders pledged stronger synergy between the Ministries of Defence and Interior. He described the two ministries as two sides of the same national security coin underscoring that unified action is indispensable for closing existing security gaps.

General Musa urged all security agencies to avoid operating in silos and called for the strengthening of joint intelligence frameworks to enhance rapid response and operational efficiency. He also appealed to Nigerians to support the armed forces and other security personnel who continue to make tremendous sacrifices in the line of duty.

This position comes as the Tinubu administration intensifies efforts to restore peace and stability with ongoing military operations recording notable gains in various theatres. However the defence minister acknowledged that more work remains to be done and that sustained inter agency cooperation remains key to delivering lasting security to all parts of the nation.

Political and security analysts have welcomed the ministers call for collaboration, viewing it as a realistic assessment of the security landscape and a necessary shift towards more integrated national defence strategies.