The Federal Government says it is working to bolster Nigeria’s conflict prevention framework through improved early warning and response mechanisms, as the country continues to face persistent security threats
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, made the remarks on Wednesday while addressing an engagement session on strengthening and capacity building for the National Early Warning Response Group. He was represented by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa
“The purpose of this initiative is to enhance collaboration among members of the National Early Warning Response Group and to build a more effective Early Warning and Early Response system,” Tuggar said.
“It demonstrates our commitment to preventing conflict, building resilience, enhancing security, promoting regional cooperation, and ensuring socio-economic development in Nigeria and across Africa.”
Tuggar highlighted the multifaceted nature of security threats confronting Nigeria and the wider region, including terrorism, banditry, violent extremism, political instability, and the proliferation of small arms.
He also noted that climate change has exacerbated insecurity, particularly in the Sahel region.
“We must acknowledge the imperative of a comprehensive, data-driven, and effective Early Warning and Early Response system in addressing the multitude of peace and security challenges confronting the world,” he said.
The minister explained that Nigeria’s responses to security threats are guided by the 4-D Foreign Policy Doctrine, which focuses on development, diaspora, demography, and democratic consolidation.
He also cited Nigeria’s active role in stabilising neighbouring countries as part of its regional security efforts.
“The engagement session aims to improve coordination, early warning reporting, and response among all stakeholders involved in peace and security,” Tuggar added.
Participants drawn from various institutions will contribute to the National Conflict Early Warning and Early Response System, coordinated by the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution.
Nigeria has in recent years faced a complex mix of insurgency, banditry, communal clashes, and separatist agitations, challenges that have disrupted livelihoods, strained governance, and slowed socio-economic development.
Tuggar said similar security threats in the West African and Sahel regions underscore the need for robust and collaborative early warning systems.
