SSDC, Armed Forces in Strategic Synergy to Tackle Insecurity
By Ekanem Asuquo
The South-South Development Commission (SSDC) has pledged its readiness for robust synergy with the Nigerian Armed Forces as part of strategic steps to tackle insecurity challenges in the region.
Managing Director of the Commission, Ms. Usoro Akpabio, stated this when she led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, OFR, at the Defence Headquarters, Abuja, on Wednesday.
She explained that such collaboration is necessary to curb the menace of kidnapping, militancy, pipeline vandalism, illegal mining, and other security threats that undermine investment and development aspirations in the South-South.
Akpabio described the engagement as “a new chapter of collaboration” aimed at strengthening peace, security, and economic prosperity in the South-South region.
In his response, General Musa assured the Commission of full military support, stressing the Armed Forces’ commitment to community engagement and protection of vital assets.
The Chief of Defence Staff called for the revitalization of jetties and waterways as alternative transport systems and commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for establishing the Commission.
The SSDC delegation included Dr. Charles Sylvester Enukhowate, Board Member; Hon. Joseph, Executive Director, Environment and Commercial; Hon. Marcus Nle Ejii, Executive Director, Projects; and members of the Commission’s technical team.
