Matawalle calls for integrated approach to combat insecurity

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has called for an integrated approach to combat insecurity in Nigeria.
The minister spoke on Tuesday, at the Chief of Defence Staff Joint Task Force Commanders Conference 2024 at the DHQ Conference Room.
The event, with the theme “Consolidating Operational Successes across all Theatres of Operations,’ brought together key stakeholders to reflect on past achievements and strategize for the future.
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, who was the Special Guest of Honour, highlighted the significance of the conference as a platform to acknowledge the remarkable progress made in safeguarding the nation’s interests while also acknowledging the need to learn from past challenges.
He stated: “This gathering serves as an opportunity to note significant strides we have made in safeguarding the lives and properties of our citizens as well as reflecting on lessons learnt from errors made in our various theatres of operations.”
Emphasizing the importance of jointness in military operations, the Minister reiterated the necessity for a cohesive and integrated approach to address the evolving security landscape.
He stressed that: “The constantly revolving dynamics of the security challenges we are facing require corresponding strategies that incorporate a holistic and integrated approach to warfare where synergy among our services is paramount.”
Acknowledging the pivotal role of local communities in the fight against insurgency and criminality, Matawalle underscored the need for establishing trust and cooperation with the civilian population.
He affirmed that: “The locals are not merely bystanders in the fight against terrorism and other forms of criminality; they are one of the most valuable allies. Thus, we must show them that we are here to protect them.”