Nigeria Enhances Border Management at PECOBOM Meeting

Nigeria's participation in the PECOBOM meeting, aimed at strengthening border management in West Africa, was highlighted by the Director General of the National Boundary Commission (NBC), Adamu Adaji. The high-level meeting took place recently in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, and included heads of NBC from West African countries, alongside international organizations such as the African Union Commission (AUC), GIZ, and the International Organization for Migration (IOM).

Mr. Adama Dosso, the Minister of Integration of Côte d'Ivoire, opened the meeting, emphasizing the historical complexity of African borders and the importance of PECOBOM in addressing emerging security challenges in the region.

Technical sessions included discussions on a regional cooperation charter and a three-year regional action plan aimed at enhancing cross-border cooperation. Nigeria's extensive experience in cross-border collaboration was acknowledged, with the country contributing to the formulation of the regional action plan that aligns with national priorities for border management and security.