Defence minister urges use of AI to boost security
Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.), Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, has emphasized the need for the country to adopt artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies to address security threats. He highlighted the importance of staying ahead in defence capabilities by integrating new technologies such as unmanned systems, surveillance, and cyber tools. Leah Katung-Babatunde, Special Adviser on Media, noted that a policy colloquium was organized to unite key stakeholders in developing practical solutions for national security. The focus is on creating actionable strategies rather than just discussing challenges.
What we know
- Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.) called for increased adoption of artificial intelligence, unmanned systems, and other emerging technologies to strengthen Nigeria’s defence.
- He stated that technology is becoming a decisive factor in national security, transforming military operations and the strategic environment.
- Musa stressed that Nigeria must invest in relevant technologies and build the capacity to integrate them into defence operations.
- The policy colloquium, according to Leah Katung-Babatunde, aimed to bring together various stakeholders to create practical solutions for national resilience.
- The emphasis was on forging actionable pathways and constructing a blueprint for enhancing Nigeria’s security architecture.
