Rebranding Security
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President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria rebrands the office of the National Security Adviser to Special Adviser on Security
The former chairman of the Nigerian anti-graft agency the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nuhu Ribadu, has been appointed as the new Special Adviser on Security (SAS) by President Bola Tinubu on Thursday.
The former office that of the National Security Adviser has now been scrapped.
The security adviser’s functions would, however, remain the same as the NSA’s.
A presidential source revealed that President Tinubu may have opted to name Ribadu as special security adviser, instead of NSA, to avoid hurting the nation’s military chiefs who may not consider a retired police officer as a competent superior.
The rivalry among security agencies in the country is well known , especially the lack of trust between the military and the police over roles in national security. The police has always complained about the military usurping its constitutional role of being in charge of internal security.
The development had led to claims that security funding was channeled more to the military to the detriment of the police force.
By appointing Ribadu as a security adviser, the service chiefs will now report directly to the president instead of the SAS.
Ribadu is widely recognized for his remarkable track record as the chairman of the EFCC, where he spearheaded the fight against corruption during his tenure. His appointment as the Special Adviser on Security positions him as a key advisor to President Tinubu on matters pertaining to national security.
While his experience in law enforcement and the fight against financial crimes have earned him respect, questions are being asked regarding his expertise in handling security matters that extend beyond his previous role at the EFCC.
As Special Adviser on Security to the President, Ribadu will be tasked with coordinating efforts across various agencies to ensure the safety and stability of the nation.
With the deteriorating security since the inauguration of Tinubu on May 29, it remains to be seen what the new administration will do in terms of security.
Akowe with reports from Abuja
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