CITIZENS COMPASS— An online security news platform, Tochlight Africa, has advocated strategic partnerships to tackle the security challenges bedeviling Nigeria.
Tochlight Africa disclosed this in Lagos State during its recently organised Tochlight Africa Safety Summit and Awards 2026 which played host to policymakers, law enforcement agencies, corporate organisations and community leaders.
The forum was aimed at strengthening strategic partnerships aimed at tackling the nation’s evolving security challenges.
The programme with theme, “Securing Nigeria’s future: Building strategic alliances against evolving threats,” the summit provided a robust platform for dialogue on addressing terrorism, kidnapping, cybercrime, banditry, piracy, organised crime, communal conflicts and other emerging security threats through stronger collaboration among government institutions, security agencies, the private sector and local communities.
At the event, the participants explored practical solutions for improving intelligence gathering, joint operations, border security, cybersecurity, community policing, public-private partnerships and regional cooperation.
The summit featured a panelist session which examined the underlying causes of insecurity, including poverty, youth unemployment, poor family orientation, religious extremism, social media influence, political violence and the growing involvement of vulnerable youths in criminal activities.
Among the panelists were Seun Abolurin, Spokesperson, Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) and a host of others.
Another major highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to individuals and organisations who have distinguished themselves through exceptional service in crime prevention, public safety, corporate responsibility and community development.
