A security expert, Dr. Bright Echefu, says that through innovation and advanced technology, Nigeria can effectively handle its security challenges.
Echefu, the Chairman of EIB Group, made this known on Wednesday during a media tour of the company’s security facilities.
The company provides intelligence support to Nigeria’s security agencies through digital forensics, tracking, and the supply of critical assets, including combat and surveillance drones.
It manufactures Arginin Reconnaissance Drones, configured for high-performance reconnaissance and surveillance missions.
The company also produces Arsenio BFLY and Xander Reconnaissance drones, among other highly precise attack drones capable of navigating difficult environments.
“These systems are crucial in combating insurgent groups, using different drones for reconnaissance and attack missions.
“The primary purpose is to demonstrate the capabilities of the security apparatus deployed to fight insurgency. Its potential is to enhance counter-insurgency operations and mitigate the threats posed by insurgent groups.
“The significance of this effort lies in showcasing the potential of the equipment to enhance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities,” he said.
Echefu stated that the tools would also improve force protection and reduce troop casualties by minimizing reliance on manned reconnaissance missions.
“The use of commercial drones by insurgent groups presents significant challenges for security forces.
“To address this, the security apparatus is leveraging technologies such as drone detection and jamming systems, improved intelligence gathering, and counter-drone systems,” Echefu added.
“The system will generate insights from the collected data, allowing for better decision-making and improved resource allocation.
“This system will provide at-a-glance dashboards showing the status and location of monitored items, including parameters like satellite imagery and intelligence-gathering capabilities to support security agencies,” he said.
Echefu also noted that with the right support and increased investment, indigenous companies have the capacity to provide the logistics support needed by the military in the fight against insecurity.
While acknowledging the government’s support for indigenous security firms, he called for more policies to foster the growth of Nigerian companies, especially those in the defence and security sectors.
“I can tell you that I am not the only one supporting various sectors through local activities and production. There is a lot going on. People are even producing tractors in Nigeria now.
“Nigeria has 100 per cent capacity right now to end this urgency, considering the number of local companies investing heavily.
“The Nigerian military strongly supports local manufacturers through research collaboration and technical backing,” Echefu said.
