Nigeria's Counter Terrorism Centre Gains AU Accreditation
On October 27, 2026, the African Union accredited Nigeria's National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) as a Regional Centre of Excellence in Counter Terrorism. This accreditation was announced by Dr Idriss Mounir Lallali, the Acting Director of the African Union Counter Terrorism Centre, during the African Lessons Learned Forum in Abuja.
The NCTC's accreditation followed a thorough assessment of its institutional capacity, governance, training programmes, analytical capabilities, and adherence to human rights. The approval aligns with the President's vision, as reflected in the Abuja Declaration, to position the NCTC as a hub for intelligence sharing and operational coordination in combating terrorism.
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, represented by Major General Adamu Garba Laka, described this achievement as a recognition of Nigeria's progress in enhancing continental security. Ribadu expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for his leadership and investment in security, emphasizing the importance of this milestone for Nigeria and Africa.
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