INTERIOR MINISTER MOVES TO STRENGTHEN INTERNAL SECURITY, PARTNERS EUROPEAN ACADEMY

Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo (middle): Lt.Col Tomasz Neumann (left); Dr. Nun Aiyegbusi (2nd left); Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani (2nd right) and Dr. Dariusz Sielicki (right)

... Describes the collaboration as timely and crucial to addressing pressing internal security challenges.

..... Reaffirms commitment to nation-building through a secure and prosperous Nigeria.

Nigeria's Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a bold step towards deepening partnership to enhance Internal security, played host to a delegation from the European Security Academy under a high-level discussion that aims at strengthening international ties to bolster internal security. 

The meeting took place in his Office at the Ministry's Headquarters in Abuja.  

Dr. Tunji-Ojo, while welcoming the delegation, led by Dr. Dariusz Sielicki, reaffirmed his commitment to nation-building through a secure and prosperous Nigeria, calling the partnership with the European Security Academy, a significant step forward.

The Minister expressed his delight at the visit of delegates from the European Security Academy to Nigeria for a strategic partnership. 

L-R: Lt.Col. Tomasz Neumann; Dr. Nun Aiyegbusi; Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo and Dr. Dariusz Sielicki

Speaking during its presentation, the Minister described the collaboration as timely and crucial to addressing pressing internal security challenges.

The Minister, according to a statement issued and signed by Ozoya Imohimi Director Press and Public Relations of the Ministry, acknowledged the Academy’s extensive experience with global security systems, which inspires confidence in their ability to provide Nigeria with world-class solutions.

Dr. Tunji-Ojo highlighted areas of potential collaboration to include human capacity development, curriculum design aligned with international standards, training programs, and required capacity-building initiatives for the proposed National Paramilitary Academy. He also stressed the importance of integrating the rule of law into security operations, noting the Academy’s impressive track record, including its involvement in international justice systems.

“Our Immigration Service, Civil Defence, Correctional Service, and Fire Service are undergoing significant transformations, and this collaboration comes at a critical time. Border control, protection of critical assets, and aligning our services with global best practices are just a few of the pressing challenges we must address,” he said.

Earlier, the leader of the team, Dr. Dariusz Sielicki said the European Security Academy recognized the progress made by Nigeria and would like to contribute to the national security.