Humanitarian Efforts Critical To National Security – Defence Minister
By Lynn Adda
The Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has commended the efforts of the Senior Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Hon. Delu Bulus Yakubu, stressing that her efforts are crucial in addressing national security.
The Minister was speaking when he received the Senior Special Adviser who paid him a courtesy call in his office at Ship House, Abuja this Tuesday.
A Press Release signed by the Personal Assistant to the Minister on Media and Publicity, Mallam Mati Ali said the Minister emphasized the importance of collaboration between the Ministry of Defence and the Office of the SSA on Humanitarian Affairs to address national security and poverty alleviation.
Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar acknowledged that national security encompasses not only military strength but also addressing poverty and lack of opportunities.
According to Mati Ali, the visit underscored the importance of collaboration between the Ministry of Defence and the Office of the SSA on Humanitarian Affairs in addressing national security and poverty alleviation.
The Minister praised the SSA’s dedication to humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation, assuring her of the Ministry’s willingness to collaborate on joint initiatives.
“Your commitment to humanitarian affairs is admirable, and we are eager to work together to implement comprehensive strategies that will benefit our nation,” he said.
On her part, the Senior Special Adviser to the President on Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation congratulated the Minister on his achievements, commending his leadership in enhancing the nation’s security architecture.
Hon Delu Bulus Yakubu reiterated the need for continued collaboration between the Defense Ministry and her office, saying that national security requires collective efforts.
“National security is a social service that requires collective efforts for it to succeed,” she said.
She announced that her Office is working on a joint interactive National Seminar aimed at bringing together relevant authorities, non-governmental organizations, and security experts to share ideas on improving national security through humanitarian services.
