The Federal Government says it is stepping up security measures to make Nigeria safer for citizens living abroad who want to return home.
Minister of Defence Gen. Christopher Musa gave the assurance while meeting members of the Nigerian community in Angola.
The engagement took place in Luanda alongside the 21st Extraordinary Session of the African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government, where Nigeria’s delegation was led by Vice President Kashim Shettima.
More Resources for Security Agencies
Musa told Nigerians in Angola that the government was expanding the personnel and operational capabilities of the Armed Forces and other security agencies.
He said the measures form part of a broader strategy to confront security threats and strengthen the country’s security system.
The minister also pointed to instability across the Sahel as one factor affecting Nigeria’s security environment.
According to him, the government is strengthening border management and surveillance to reduce the risk of insecurity spilling across Nigeria’s borders.
Government Targets Better Security Data
Musa said reliable data was also becoming an increasingly important part of government planning.
He explained that stronger data systems would support both national security decisions and wider development planning, as the administration works toward long-term stability.
The minister reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to addressing security threats across the country and said the government remained focused on achieving sustainable peace.
Interior Ministry Highlights Identity Reforms
Minister of Interior Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who also attended the meeting, highlighted developments in Nigeria’s identity-management and data-protection systems.
He said closer cooperation among government institutions was helping improve how the country handles identity and national-security matters.
NiDCOM Promises Continued Support
Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), assured Nigerians abroad that the commission would continue to focus on their welfare.
She also said NiDCOM would keep developing opportunities for Nigerians living overseas to contribute to Nigeria’s economic and social development.
The Acting Chargé d’Affaires of the Nigerian Mission in Angola, Ambassador Maxy Ogbede, was also present.
The meeting gave members of the Nigerian community an opportunity to raise concerns directly with senior government officials and hear about measures being taken to improve security, identity management and engagement with the diaspora.