Nigeria, British Govt partner to enhance Nigeria’s counter-terrorism capabilities.

The National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in Nigeria is collaborating with the British High Commission to enhance the country's counter-terrorism capabilities, including a series of training courses such as Silver and Gold Commanders, Intelligence Analysis, and Train the Trainer Aviation Security Courses.

The National Coordinator of the Centre, Major General Adamu Laka, made this known on Monday in Abuja, at the opening of the Silver, Gold, Intelligence Analysis and Train the Trainer Aviation Security Courses.

Laka disclosed that the training is aimed at equipping participants with essential skills to respond effectively to incidents, conduct intelligence analysis, and deliver effective security culture training, as part of its transition to a Regional Centre of Excellence for Counter Terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel.

The representative of the British High Commission, Lieutenant Colonel Ian Tyler, said the UK has sent experts, including military instructors and former police officers, to deliver the training, to enhance Nigeria's operational output and ability to deal with the threat of terrorism, ultimately contributing to a safer Nigeria and region. 

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