Poor coordination among government agencies and development partners is undermining efforts to combat violent extremism in Nigeria. This is according to stakeholders in the security and development sectors, who expressed their concerns during a virtual consultative forum convened by the PAVE Network.
The forum, which aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among stakeholders, highlighted the need for improved coordination to effectively tackle the threat of violent extremism. Experts say that the current lack of coordination is hindering the ability of agencies to share intelligence and resources, ultimately weakening their response to the threat.
The PAVE Network's Knowledge, Innovation and Resource Hub played a crucial role in convening the forum, which brought together key stakeholders from various sectors to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the fight against violent extremism.
The PAVE Network's virtual forum has shed light on a glaring issue in Nigeria's fight against violent extremism - poor coordination among government agencies and partners. It is unacceptable that stakeholders are still struggling to share intelligence and resources, despite the gravity of the threat. The consequences of this lack of coordination are dire, with everyday Nigerians bearing the brunt of the violence. The government must take concrete steps to address this issue, including investing in better communication and collaboration tools. By doing so, they can ensure that the efforts of security agencies and development partners are not undermined by bureaucratic inefficiencies.
