President of the Senate Godswill Akpabio has launched the National Counter-Terrorism Centre’s Strategic Plan 2025–2030, calling it a decisive step in Nigeria’s effort to strengthen its security architecture and curb the rise of violent extremism.
The plan was unveiled in Abuja before an audience of senior government officials, security chiefs, diplomats, development partners and private-sector leaders. Akpabio said the new framework arrives at a critical period, aligning with the government’s determination to defeat terrorism and rebuild national confidence.
He explained that insecurity has damaged education, slowed economic growth, discouraged investment and left many communities vulnerable. The five-year strategy, he noted, aims to modernize security institutions, enhance intelligence sharing, integrate advanced technology and deepen cooperation across all levels of government and society.
Akpabio highlighted three central pillars of the plan. The first focuses on strengthening national resilience through community-based intelligence and early warning systems. The second expands the use of modern tools, including drones, data analytics and cyber security platforms. The third seeks stronger regional and international partnerships to counter transnational threats.
He stressed the importance of steady investment in technology, training and personnel, and emphasized that the private sector has a role in building security capacity and supporting victims of terrorism. He also assured that the National Assembly would enforce transparency and accountability throughout implementation.
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Akpabio described the strategy as a national commitment to resist fear and instability, urging citizens, traditional rulers, civil society groups, youth organizations, private-sector stakeholders and international partners to support the effort.
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, represented by NCTC National Coordinator Maj-Gen Adamu Laka, said the plan is built on lessons from over twenty years of counter-insurgency operations. He noted that unemployment, drug abuse and limited opportunities continue to drive radicalization and highlighted programs such as “Seeds of Hope,” which rehabilitate victims of terrorism and build community resilience.
The African Union Commission’s representative, Dr Usman Hussain, praised Nigeria’s leadership and described the NCTC’s transformation as a regional model. He announced new AU review missions aimed at improving Nigeria’s counter-terrorism capacity.
Development partners, diplomats, security leaders and NGOs pledged continued support, describing the plan as essential for national stability and long-term economic growth.
