FG urged to modernize land borders with advanced technology for surveillance

The governor of Adamawa state, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has urged the federal government to urgently modernize international borders for the protection of citizens. During the opening ceremony of a two-day federal and state security administrators meeting in Adamawa's capital, Yola, Fintiri stressed that border security modernization is vital.

The governor emphasized the need for advanced surveillance devices like drone technology, joint patrols, and one-stop border posts. Adamawa state shares a significant portion of its international frontier with the Republic of Cameroon, making it a crucial frontline in national defense.

Fintiri appealed to the federal government for advanced technology to secure the borders, citing the urgent need for intervention. The governor requested the deployment of surveillance technology, drone coverage, joint border patrols, and the establishment of one-stop border posts to combat illegal trans-border migration, arms proliferation, and smuggling.

He also highlighted the need for improved funding for security operatives, including police, military, civil defense, DSS, and customs agencies, who work under challenging conditions. According to Fintiri, the federal government must significantly upgrade their operational funding, tactical equipment, and welfare packages.

In addition to his appeal, Fintiri's deputy, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, announced the donation of 15 Toyota Hilux vehicles and 300 motorcycles to traditional leaders as part of efforts to strengthen security and the well-being of emirates and chiefdoms. The National Security Advisor to the president, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, addressed the meeting, emphasizing that security today requires mass coordination, trust, and structural engagement across all levels of government.

Ribadu spoke on behalf of the Senior Special Assistant to the NSA on Governance and Sub-National Affairs, Okoro Agishara.