Spain agrees to forge alliance with Nigeria in tackling insecurity

The Spanish Government is willing to collaborate with Nigeria and forge necessary alliances with the Ministry of Interior to bolster security initiatives in the country.

Spanish Ambassador to Nigeria, Juan Sell, said this on Thursday in Abuja at a meeting with the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.

The envoy, while commending the Minister’s dedication toward maintaining internal security and safety in Nigeria since he assumed office, said Spain was willing to “collaborate with Nigeria and forge necessary alliances with the Ministry to bolster security initiatives.”

Tunji-Ojo, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Aishetu Gogo Ndayako, reaffirmed Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to collaborate with global partners in tackling the pressing issue of insecurity in the country.

He expressed Nigeria’s readiness to engage in strategic partnerships with countries possessing expertise in combating insecurity.

The discussion centered on fostering cooperation to address internal security challenges and uphold citizenship integrity, a statement by the Director, Press and Public Relations, Ozoya Imohimi said.

The Minister added that the mandate of the Ministry was to ensure the safety and security of all Nigerians, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts with relevant stakeholders to devise sustainable solutions.

“As a Ministry, we recognize the need to synergize with relevant stakeholders to proffer lasting solutions for Nigerians to have peace for the development of the country,” the Minister’s representative said.

In recognition of Spain’s milestone achievement of celebrating 200 years of their national police force, Tunji-Ojo extended congratulations to Ambassador Sell and the people of Spain.

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In alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Ministry of Interior remains firmly committed to restoring hope and ensuring the safety of citizens, and is poised to engage with international partners and security experts to achieve these objectives.