Nigerian Security Chiefs Warn on AI Deepfakes Threat

Nigeria’s security chiefs raised alarms about the threat posed by artificial intelligence-generated deepfakes during the Second National Symposium on Crisis Communication, organized by the Centre for Crisis Communication in Kaduna. They warned that disinformation could undermine security operations, erode public trust, and threaten the credibility of the 2027 general elections.

Maj-Gen. Chris Olukolade (rtd), chairman of the CCC, emphasized the importance of timely and consistent communication to prevent information vacuums that could be exploited by malicious actors. Gen. Christopher Musa's representative, Maj-Gen. Khalifa Ibrahim (rtd), highlighted the need for coordinated responses to security challenges like insurgency and kidnapping.

Brig.-Gen. Murtala Abu, representing the Chief of Defence Staff, stated that operational collaboration among security agencies must be complemented by coordinated public communication efforts. Mr. Samuel Aruwan, speaking on behalf of Dr. Kabir Adamu, noted that the credibility and speed of information during security incidents are crucial for public cooperation and safety.