Nigeria’s Chief of Defense Staff, Major General Christopher Musa, has proposed fencing the country’s borders with its four neighboring nations as a measure to stem the flow of armed groups and reduce insecurity. Speaking at a security conference in Abuja, Musa emphasized the importance of effective border management, citing successful examples from Pakistan’s border with Afghanistan and Saudi Arabia’s barrier with Iraq.
This is the first time a top Nigerian official publicly suggested such a drastic measure. Nigeria shares borders with Niger, Cameroon, Benin, and Chad, all of which face their own challenges with insurgent and militant activities across the Sahel region. The longest border, with Cameroon at 1,975 km, is particularly vulnerable, especially given the presence of Boko Haram in the northeast.
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Nigeria has faced a prolonged insurgency led by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province, which has resulted in widespread violence, displacement, and loss of life. Authorities often blame the infiltration of foreign fighters for the continued violence.
Musa highlighted Nigeria's strategic importance, noting that the country’s wealth makes it a target for various groups. He stressed that securing and fully controlling the borders is critical to Nigeria’s sovereignty and survival, especially amid rising security threats and attempts to destabilize the region.
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