Security Chiefs Absent at NUJ Summit in Abuja

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) organized a national security summit in Abuja, where senior security officials were conspicuously absent. This absence raised concerns among journalists regarding the accountability of security leadership in Nigeria, especially amid allegations linking security agencies to illegal mining activities and financial networks that exacerbate insecurity.

The summit featured discussions on the collaboration between media and security agencies, with Malam Moham Idri Malagi and Mr. Musikilu Moje presenting key insights. Moje delivered a research paper examining the historical tensions between media and security institutions, referencing a controversial incident from 2014 involving military operations against media distribution.

Major General Chris Olukolade (rtd) and Commodore Kabir Aliyu (rtd) were present but did not engage in discussions, highlighting a reluctance to address sensitive military operations publicly. The summit's theme emphasized the need for a constructive dialogue to tackle Nigeria's complex security challenges.