Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has urged African military leaders to embrace technology, including artificial intelligence, in the fight against terrorism. He made the call at the Africa Chief of Defence Staff Conference which opened in Abuja on Monday.
General Musa said security threats across the continent have evolved beyond conventional warfare, describing them as digital, asymmetric and often invisible. He called for greater investment in cyber-defence, artificial intelligence and indigenous military technology to counter groups such as Boko Haram, ISWAP, Al-Qaeda and Al-Shabaab.
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The defence chief reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to regional and continental stability, citing the country’s role in peacekeeping and counter-terrorism operations. He emphasised the importance of shared intelligence, joint training and coordinated action among African armed forces.
General Musa also urged his counterparts to rise above divisions and work in unity, stressing that building a secure Africa requires collaboration and collective resolve against insurgency and violence.
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