Tinubu meets security chiefs in Aso Villa, urges agencies on improved synergy

By Kunle Sanni

In a strategic move to bolster national security, President Bola Tinubu convened a high-level meeting with service chiefs and key officials from various security agencies at the State House in Abuja on Friday.

The meeting saw the attendance of prominent security leaders, including the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, and the Chief Comptroller of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap.

Strengthening Security Coordination

Following the meeting, IGP Egbetokun briefed State House reporters, revealing that President Tinubu expressed satisfaction with the security reports presented. The president underscored the importance of enhanced collaboration among the security agencies, urging them to continue their efforts to improve synergy.

“It was a routine security briefing with Mr. President where we provided updates on our operations. Mr. President is pleased with our progress and has challenged us to work even more closely together to enhance our collective effectiveness,” Egbetokun stated.

Highlighting the positive trend in crime statistics, Egbetokun added, “As the Inspector General of Police, I can confirm that the crime rate in Nigeria is on a decline. Our records are clear, and we are committed to sustaining this downward trend.”

Combating Oil Theft

The issue of oil theft, a significant concern for the nation’s economy, was also a focal point of the discussions. General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff, articulated the administration’s ambitious target of achieving a daily production of 2.1 million barrels of oil. He emphasized that concerted efforts are underway to realize this goal.

“Nigeria’s economic stability heavily relies on our oil production. Our mandate is to restore full production capacity, aiming for 2.1 million barrels per day, which is entirely achievable. We are taking all necessary measures to ensure this target is met,” General Musa asserted.

Addressing the grievances of local communities affected by oil theft, Musa assured that the government is keenly aware of their concerns and is committed to taking decisive actions. “The President is very much attuned to the issues raised by the communities. They can rest assured that we are working tirelessly to address their grievances and ensure continuous production.”

General Musa issued a stern warning to those engaged in crude oil theft, declaring, “For those involved in stealing our infrastructure and crude oil, your days are numbered. We are coming after you with full force. This is a collective effort—no single service or individual can tackle this alone. We need the cooperation of all stakeholders, including state governments and local communities.”