LunagisthubBoko Haram’s Drone Threat: A New Challenge for Nigeria’s Security
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has raised a pressing concern about Boko Haram insurgents using drones to carry out surveillance and attacks in parts of the North-East. This development poses a significant threat to national security, and Zulum is urging the Federal Government to take immediate action to review and strengthen Nigeria’s airspace security.
The use of drones by Boko Haram is a relatively new tactic that has caught security agencies off guard. Zulum expressed his worry about the proliferation of drones in the hands of enemies of the state, emphasizing that it poses a grave danger to national security. He called for urgent inter-agency collaboration to curb this emerging trend .
To counter this new threat, Zulum recommends
Improving the protection of Nigeria’s airspace to prevent drone attacks
Enhancing border security to prevent the smuggling of drones and other contraband
Encouraging cooperation among security agencies to share intelligence and coordinate responses
Upgrading Nigeria’s aerial defence systems to detect and neutralize drone threats
The situation demands immediate attention from the authorities to prevent further escalation of violence and ensure the safety of citizens .
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