DECAN Recognizes Ribadu, Dahun, and Sam-Sumana for Security Efforts

The Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DECAN) honored National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, Rear Admiral Suleiman Dahun, and former Sierra Leonean Vice-President Mr Samuel Sam-Sumana for their significant contributions to counterterrorism, military-media relations, and peace in West Africa. This recognition took place during DECAN’s 3rd Annual Conference and Awards Ceremony on October 12, 2026, at the Army Command Officers’ Mess 1 in Asokoro, Abuja.

The conference was themed “Beyond Kinetic Warfare: Harnessing Technology and Intelligence-Led Operations for Nigeria’s National Security.” Ribadu was acknowledged for his leadership and strategic contributions to Nigeria’s national security under President Bola Tinubu, with the award received on his behalf by Zakari Mijinyawa, Director of Legal Services at the Office of the National Security Adviser. Rear Admiral Dahun received DECAN’s patron title for enhancing relations between the Nigerian Navy and defense journalists.

The event underscored ongoing efforts against Boko Haram and other terrorist groups, highlighting the government's military operations and the significant number of terrorism-related convictions achieved since 2017.