Nigeria Seeks Stronger Global Collaboration in Border Security at London Summit
Nigeria has called for enhanced intelligence sharing and strategic partnerships among global communities to curb the growing threat of Organised Immigration Crime (OIC).
Speaking at the Border Security Summit in London, hosted by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, emphasized the need for proactive international cooperation to strengthen border security and prevent transnational crimes.
Tunji-Ojo, in a statement released by his media aide, Alao Babatunde, underscored the importance of real-time data exchange and multilateral coordination, particularly among nations in the Sahel and West African regions.
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“We need more data sharing and better collaborations to ensure that we don’t just respond to the problem but prevent it from occurring in the first place,” he said.
The minister noted that Nigeria, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has intensified efforts in border surveillance, migration management, and crime prevention. He revealed that between 2023 and 2025, the country has upgraded its border security technology and procured more operational vehicles to monitor its vast borders effectively.
Tunji-Ojo highlighted that the summit offers a critical platform for global leaders to reinforce strategies against irregular migration and transnational crime. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to working with international partners in securing borders and tackling cross-border criminal networks.
With over 40 countries participating, the summit aims to foster stronger international cooperation in tackling the challenges posed by Organised Immigration Crime.
By PRNigeria
