A non-profit organization, the Initiative for Economic Development Communication, has released a comprehensive report addressing the escalating insecurity in Nigeria. Titled “Unravelling Nigeria’s Insecurity crisis: The urgent need for a lasting solution,” the report emphasizes the need for regional and international collaboration, humanitarian efforts, conflict resolution, strategic security policies, and a problem-specific approach to tackle insecurity across different regions.
The report highlights the high cost of insecurity and calls for urgent measures from all stakeholders to combat its impact. It emphasizes the importance of the government recognizing and addressing the underlying causes of insecurity related to governance and leadership failures.
Recommendations include a focus on regional collaboration, conflict resolution, and developing a strategic security policy. The report urges the government to take ownership of the issue and actively work towards reclaiming territories overrun by insurgents.
Overall, the report provides a detailed analysis of the root causes of insecurity in Nigeria and proposes tailored strategies to create a more secure and lasting society. It stresses the need for a nuanced approach beyond simplistic explanations and emphasizes the limitations of a purely militaristic response.