The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Borno State Command, has hosted the monthly Security Council Forum meeting for the first time under the leadership of State Commandant Ahmed Bello Gaya.
The meeting, which was held in Maiduguri, brought together heads and representatives of various security agencies to review the security situation in Borno State and strengthen collaboration in the ongoing fight against insurgency in the North-East.
The forum, which is rotationally hosted by security agencies at the end of every month, provides an opportunity for security stakeholders to share intelligence, discuss emerging security challenges and develop strategies to improve joint operations under Operation Hadin Kai.
The meeting was chaired by the Component Commander, 105 Composite Group, Nigerian Air Force, Maiduguri, on behalf of the Garrison Commander, 7 Division, Nigerian Army.
Before the commencement of the meeting, the NSCDC State Commandant, Ahmed Bello Gaya, received the representative of the Garrison Commander with a quarter guard, demonstrating the Corps’ commitment to military standards and inter-agency cooperation.
Proceedings began at exactly 11:00 a.m. following the arrival of the Permanent Secretary, Information and Security, Government House, Borno State.
Discussions focused on assessing the prevailing security situation across the theatre, identifying solutions to operational challenges and strengthening ongoing counter-insurgency efforts.
Participants also emphasised the need for sustained cooperation, effective intelligence sharing and coordinated responses among security agencies to ensure lasting peace and stability in Borno State and the wider North-East region.
Those in attendance included the Permanent Secretary, Information and Security, Government House; the Director of Security, Government House; the Component Commander, 105 Composite Group, Nigerian Air Force, Maiduguri; and service commanders representing various security agencies operating in the state.
The meeting ended on a cordial note, with participants exchanging pleasantries and taking a group photograph.
The NSCDC Borno State Command said hosting the forum demonstrated its commitment to strengthening partnerships with sister security agencies and other stakeholders to protect lives and property and sustain the gains made in restoring peace and security across the state.
The statement was signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSC Bulus James, JP, on behalf of the State Commandant.
