The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has underscored the importance of collective action in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges, stressing that security remains a shared responsibility that requires the active participation of citizens, communities, government and security agencies.
Air Marshal Aneke made the assertion during the Delta State Security Summit themed “Security: A Collective Responsibility,” held in Asaba, the Delta State capital.
Represented by the Chief of Civil-Military Relations, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, the CAS noted that contemporary security threats are increasingly rooted within communities and can only be effectively tackled through vigilance, timely intelligence sharing and sustained collaboration among stakeholders.
He explained that members of the public are often the first to notice suspicious movements, unusual gatherings, rising criminal activities and other early warning signs of insecurity, making community involvement critical to preventing and combating crime.
According to the Air Chief, sustainable peace, economic growth and social development can only thrive in a secure environment, adding that every citizen has a role to play in supporting security agencies through credible information and responsible engagement.
Air Marshal Aneke commended the Governor of Delta State, Honourable Sheriff Oborevwori, for his developmental initiatives and for convening the summit, describing the gathering as a strategic platform for strengthening partnerships aimed at enhancing peace and security across the state.
Earlier, Governor Oborevwori emphasised that lasting peace and security can only be achieved through strong collaboration among government institutions, security agencies, traditional rulers, community leaders and the citizenry.
The governor described the protection of lives and property as the bedrock of sustainable development, noting that no meaningful progress can be achieved in an atmosphere of insecurity.
The summit attracted a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including security chiefs, traditional rulers, local government officials, civil society organisations, youth and women groups, as well as members of the business community.
Participants reaffirmed their commitment to fostering a safer and more secure Delta State through unity, cooperation and shared responsibility, while highlighting the need for continuous engagement and stronger partnerships in tackling emerging security threats.
