Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasized the commitment of President Bola Tinubu to prioritize security and put an end to the ongoing insecurity in Nigeria.
Shettima made this statement during the launch of two books authored by former Nigerian ambassador to Russia, Professor Abdullahi Shehu, in Abuja.
The books, titled “Boko Haram and Other Security Challenges in Nigeria: Issues and Options for Policy” and “Reflections on the 2023 General Elections: Lessons Learned and the Future of Democracy in Nigeria,” shed light on the persistent threat of Boko Haram and the need for policy reforms to address security challenges in the country.
Representing the Vice President at the event, Dr Aliyu Modibbo Umar, the Special Adviser on General Duties, highlighted the long-standing threat posed by terrorist organizations like Boko Haram, who aim to destabilize Nigeria through violence.
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Additionally, he acknowledged the presence of historical revisionists with hidden agendas, seeking to distort the nation’s narrative.
These pressing realities served as the inspiration behind the books being presented, as they provide empirical research and valuable insights.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to security has made these scholarly works, such as those authored by Professor Shehu, crucial resources for informing policy reforms and driving national development.
The Vice President stressed the significance of intellectual inquiry and data-driven analysis in charting a course towards a more secure and prosperous Nigeria.
By utilizing the knowledge and research presented in these books, the government aims to tackle the security challenges head-on and create a safer and more prosperous future for the nation.
