The long-anticipated debut of the inaugural National Citizens’ Engagement Forum on Security, organised by the Voice of Nigeria (VON), has finally arrived, drawing a diverse and influential audience eager to witness this landmark initiative.
The forum is conceived as a platform to foster inclusive dialogue between Nigeria’s security institutions and the general public. It aims to enhance participatory governance and deepen citizen involvement in national security discourse, a core element of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
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— Voice of Nigeria (@voiceofnigeria) June 3, 2025
Dignitaries are already arriving to participate in the historic programme. Among the distinguished guests expected are Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris; the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu; and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, all set to play active roles in advancing the forum’s objectives.
This forum marks a significant step in aligning security strategies with the aspirations of the Nigerian people, reinforcing the government’s commitment to transparency, accountability and collaborative nation-building.