Minister of Defence Christopher Musa says terrorism has drastically reduced across Nigeria, giving the country’s security efforts a score of between 65 and 70 percent.
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Speaking on Arise Television on Friday, May 29, Musa acknowledged that kidnapping and other violent crimes still occur but said the situation has improved significantly compared with previous years.
He blamed many of the security challenges on the breakdown of family values and poor social orientation, arguing that some offenders are driven by a desire for quick money.
Musa also suggested that some criminal acts may be politically motivated, aimed at making the government appear weak or the country ungovernable.
He said the armed forces and other security agencies are working hard to tackle the threats, adding that public support for their efforts has improved.
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