Nigeria launches counter-terrorism centre to tackle insecurity

national terrorism centre in Nigeria

Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari on March 22, 2023 commissioned the opening of a counter terrorism centre to bolster the incoming administration's efforts to fight terrorism and crime. PHOTO | PRESIDENTIAL VILLA

Having lost more than 65,000 people to insurgency and terrorism in 14 years, Nigeria has launched a national counter-terrorism centre to optimise efforts in addressing security challenges. 

Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari inaugurated the modern facilities and infrastructure which will be used to effectively coordinate national security and counter-terrorism efforts.