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jaxxy:
The only way government can be forced to face security is when we ground the economy.

Ofunaofu:
Defence Minister Christopher Musa has urged Nigerian youths to take the lead in tackling insecurity, saying security agencies alone cannot solve the country’s challenges.
Christopher Musa says Nigerian youths must play a leading role in tackling insecurity.

He stressed that security is a collective responsibility, not the duty of security agencies alone.

The minister urged youths to support security efforts through vigilance, innovation and community engagement.

Musa said empowering young people is key to addressing the root causes of insecurity.

The Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, has challenged Nigerian youths to take a leading role in the fight against insecurity, saying lasting peace and stability cannot be achieved by security agencies alone.

Musa made the call while addressing young Nigerians at a public event, where he stressed that the country’s youth population remains its greatest asset and must be actively involved in efforts to tackle security challenges affecting communities across the nation.

According to the minister, insecurity has continued to pose a major threat to national development, with issues such as banditry, kidnapping, terrorism and other criminal activities affecting lives and livelihoods in different parts of the country.


He said young people have a critical role to play because they are often closest to their communities and are well-positioned to identify suspicious activities and share useful information with relevant authorities.

Musa emphasised that security should not be viewed solely as the responsibility of the military, police and other security agencies, noting that every citizen has a role to play in protecting the country.

The defence minister urged youths to embrace patriotism, community service and civic responsibility, adding that greater collaboration between citizens and security agencies would help strengthen efforts to address security threats.

He also encouraged young Nigerians to use technology, innovation and social networks positively in supporting national security objectives rather than allowing such platforms to be exploited by criminals and those seeking to destabilise society.

According to him, meaningful youth engagement remains one of the most effective ways to address the root causes of insecurity, including unemployment, social exclusion and vulnerability to criminal recruitment.

Musa further stated that empowering young people through education, skills development and economic opportunities would help reduce crime and create a more stable society.

The minister reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to improving security across the country but stressed that government efforts alone would not be sufficient without the support and participation of citizens.


His comments come as Nigeria continues to battle various security challenges in several regions, prompting renewed discussions on the need for a whole-of-society approach to tackling insecurity.


The defence minister maintained that with the energy, creativity and numerical strength of Nigerian youths, the country possesses the human resources needed to overcome many of its security challenges if properly mobilised.

He therefore called on young Nigerians to rise above divisions and contribute actively to building safer communities and a more secur

https://www.pulse.ng/story/christopher-musa-challenges-nigerian-youths-to-lead-fight-against-insecurity-2026061116455602486

Jaylord12:
The army and other security agencies have not play their role well enough to make the youth and public trust them with vital information..make them come tell una,una go go back go tell bandits who give una the intel

Image123:
A most foolish take. Crime increases that way. Idle minds loot, people gang up to harass, extort, maim and destroy. Hunger increases, targets are not met, jobs are lost. Tinubu and all politicians collect full salary. Money is budgetted for repairs and rebuilding. THINK

Ofunaofu:
Defence Minister Christopher Musa has urged Nigerian youths to take the lead in tackling insecurity, saying security agencies alone cannot solve the country’s challenges.
Christopher Musa says Nigerian youths must play a leading role in tackling insecurity.

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MarketDispatch:
Just imagine! People with guns telling people without guns to take the lead on security....

Jaylord12:
The army and other security agencies have not play their role well enough to make the youth and public trust them with vital information..make them come tell una,una go go back go tell bandits who give una the intel

oonyeoma50:
I don't know what is happening in the South-East, Yoruba indigenes are relocating to South East for safety. All the night busses are filled up with Yoruba people running away from their States in the South West because of bandits. If you come to my workplace, Yoruba people full there, they've already started work. Which means they ain't going back.

erad:
If that's all what got from what he said, then you have serious comprehension issues.

Dude never even said anything about taking up arms. When you see things that don't look right, report to the appropriate authorities instead of acting like it's not your business. That's all he's saying.

Ofunaofu:
Defence Minister Christopher Musa has urged Nigerian youths to take the lead in tackling insecurity, saying security agencies alone cannot solve the country’s challenges.
Christopher Musa says Nigerian youths must play a leading role in tackling insecurity.

He stressed that security is a collective responsibility, not the duty of security agencies alone.

The minister urged youths to support security efforts through vigilance, innovation and community engagement.

Musa said empowering young people is key to addressing the root causes of insecurity.

The Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, has challenged Nigerian youths to take a leading role in the fight against insecurity, saying lasting peace and stability cannot be achieved by security agencies alone.

Musa made the call while addressing young Nigerians at a public event, where he stressed that the country’s youth population remains its greatest asset and must be actively involved in efforts to tackle security challenges affecting communities across the nation.

According to the minister, insecurity has continued to pose a major threat to national development, with issues such as banditry, kidnapping, terrorism and other criminal activities affecting lives and livelihoods in different parts of the country.


He said young people have a critical role to play because they are often closest to their communities and are well-positioned to identify suspicious activities and share useful information with relevant authorities.

Musa emphasised that security should not be viewed solely as the responsibility of the military, police and other security agencies, noting that every citizen has a role to play in protecting the country.

The defence minister urged youths to embrace patriotism, community service and civic responsibility, adding that greater collaboration between citizens and security agencies would help strengthen efforts to address security threats.

He also encouraged young Nigerians to use technology, innovation and social networks positively in supporting national security objectives rather than allowing such platforms to be exploited by criminals and those seeking to destabilise society.

According to him, meaningful youth engagement remains one of the most effective ways to address the root causes of insecurity, including unemployment, social exclusion and vulnerability to criminal recruitment.

Musa further stated that empowering young people through education, skills development and economic opportunities would help reduce crime and create a more stable society.

The minister reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to improving security across the country but stressed that government efforts alone would not be sufficient without the support and participation of citizens.


His comments come as Nigeria continues to battle various security challenges in several regions, prompting renewed discussions on the need for a whole-of-society approach to tackling insecurity.


The defence minister maintained that with the energy, creativity and numerical strength of Nigerian youths, the country possesses the human resources needed to overcome many of its security challenges if properly mobilised.

He therefore called on young Nigerians to rise above divisions and contribute actively to building safer communities and a more secure nation.

https://www.pulse.ng/story/christopher-musa-challenges-nigerian-youths-to-lead-fight-against-insecurity-2026061116455602486

Franking:
The South East isn't safe either. The only advantage is the lack of landmass. But those guys are all over the place.... government is complacently complicit. There's a lot they are not telling us.

National security adviser and the Minister of state for defence are of the same tribe....do the maths.