The Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar has asserted that the Federal Government, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, has undertaken comprehensive efforts to combat terrorism and other criminal activities, aiming to restore normalcy across the nation, particularly in the North East geopolitical zone.
This statement was made during the recent book launch by the Nigerian Air Force, titled: ‘Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism in North East Nigeria: Emerging Perspectives and the Imperative of Airpower’ held in Abuja.
In a statement signed by the Director of Press and PR of the Ministry of Defence, Henshaw Ogubike.
Highlighting the Ministry of Defence’s central role in safeguarding national security, Minister Badaru emphasized its pivotal contribution in coordinating the Armed Forces and implementing effective counter-terrorism strategies.
He also stressed the importance of a comprehensive approach that combines military precision with socioeconomic initiatives to address the root causes of radicalization.
Speaking on the title of the Book launched, Badaru said that in a bid to pursue a whole society approach to the issue of terrorism, the book was developed by leveraging strong partnership between Nigerian Air Force and the academia.
Minister Badaru applauded the book’s production, emphasizing its importance as a valuable resource for policymakers, military strategists, and scholars to gain insights into the evolving nature of terrorism in Nigeria and explore the critical role of airpower in the nation’s counter-terrorism efforts.
The Minister underscored the need for collaborative efforts among intergovernmental organizations, including the African Union, Economic Community of West African States, the Lake Chad Basin Commission, and others, to address the root causes and manifestations of terrorism in the Sahel region, which has emerged as a hub for terrorist activities posing a significant threat to regional stability.”
The Special guest of Honour, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, represented by Senate President Senator Godswill Akpabio, emphasized that the book launch was not merely an academic exercise but a call to action, serving as a poignant reminder of our collective responsibility to combat terrorism and safeguard the lives and freedoms of our fellow citizens.
The Governor of Bornu State, Professor Babagana Umara Zullum who was in attendance appreciated the Armed Forces for exhibiting professionalism, synergy and commitments to ending insurgency.
The host, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Bala Abubakar noted that the book was developed in collaboration between the Nigerian Air Force and Babcock University to serve as a guiding light for policy makers, military strategists and practitioners in formulating holistic solutions that go beyond the realm of military operations.
