Counterterrorism: Africa must lead in shaping and implementing solutions, Ribadu says

Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, urged Africa to define and implement its own responses to terrorism. Speaking at the High Level African Lessons Learned Forum on Counter-Terrorism Cooperation, Intelligence Sharing and Emerging Technologies, he called for timely, trusted intelligence exchanges that respect national sovereignty and legal frameworks. Ribadu said terrorist groups exploit porous borders, local grievances, illicit financial networks and digital platforms, while emerging technologies bring both risks and opportunities for security. He called for stronger partnerships among states, regional bodies, security agencies, communities, the private sector and technology actors.