Fintiri Demands Modern Border Surveillance in Adamawa
Daji Sani in Yola Adamawa State Governor, Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has task the Federal Government to strengthen border surveillance, security architecture, increase funding for security agencies and deepen inter-agency
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State urged the Federal Government to enhance border surveillance and security measures in the state during the opening ceremony of the Federal and States Security Administrators’ Meeting (FSSAM) 2026. Located on Nigeria’s international border with Cameroon, Adamawa faces threats like arms proliferation, smuggling, and criminal element movement.
The governor advocated for advanced surveillance technology, drones, and joint border patrols to monitor unmanned routes and establish One-Stop Border Posts to boost border management and legitimate trade. He stressed the need for increased funding, modern equipment, and welfare packages for security personnel across various agencies.
Fintiri emphasized the importance of strong inter-agency cooperation, warning against rivalry and poor intelligence sharing. His administration’s Fresh Air Agenda focuses on community-based security and the creation of new emirates and chiefdoms to enhance governance and local intelligence gathering. The state government continues to support security agencies with resources for joint operations, cautioning against premature claims of victory over insurgency due to the ongoing threat from Boko Haram and ISWAP.
The governor also highlighted emerging threats such as cybercrime, digital radicalization, and infrastructure vandalism, urging the adoption of digital freight and transit-tracking systems.
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