𝐀𝐤𝐩𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐨 𝐮𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧

Nigeria’s Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Monday launched a new five-year strategic framework to strengthen the country’s efforts against terrorism, with implementation scheduled to run from 2025 to 2030.

The security document, called the Nigeria Counter-Terrorism Strategic Plan, was developed by the National Counter-Terrorism Centre under the Office of the National Security Adviser. It outlines coordinated roles for security agencies, ministries and state actors in preventing, responding to and managing extremist threats.

Speaking at the presentation in Abuja, Akpabio described the initiative as a step toward improving national stability and ensuring safer communities. He also pledged legislative support for policies that enhance intelligence sharing, community engagement and early-warning systems.

The National Coordinator of the centre, Rear Admiral Yaminu Musa (retd.), said the plan aligns with global counter-terrorism standards and integrates prevention, rehabilitation and strategic communication. He noted that the framework reflects lessons from recent security challenges and prioritises collaboration with regional and international partners.

According to the Office of the National Security Adviser, implementation will begin in January 2025, with periodic assessments expected to guide adjustments through 2030.