Insecurity: FG Moves to Strengthen Early Warning, Response System
Reported By Sele Media Africa|Ihuoma Amarachi
ABUJA, NIGERIA —The Federal Government has initiated efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s early warning and response system as part of its broader strategy to prevent and manage rising insecurity across the country. This move focuses on improving conflict detection, community engagement, data sharing and coordinated responses to potential threats before they escalate into violence. [1]
The General Leo Irabor Early Warning Systems Centre, established by the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), is central to this initiative. The centre is designed to identify, monitor and provide early warnings on security threats, governance risks, public health emergencies and environmental hazards, enabling authorities to anticipate crises and plan proactive interventions. Its analytical and risk‑assessment functions aim to give government agencies and stakeholders reliable information for timely decision‑making. [1
Similarly, stakeholders from government, civil society and international partners have underscored the importance of enhancing Early Warning Early Response (EWER) mechanisms to build a more effective conflict‑prevention framework. Recent engagements have emphasised the need for collaboration, community‑based reporting, data sharing, and the establishment of Early Warning Response Groups (EWRGs) at national and state levels, which would help detect and address localized tensions before they escalate. Such efforts are considered essential to creating a coordinated system where information flows quickly from grassroots to national authorities, enabling faster and more targeted responses. [2]
Citations:
1. Niia: niia.gov.ng/early-warning-system-centre/?utm_source=chatgpt.com2. Mercy Corps Nigeria: nigeria.mercycorps.org/blog/early-warning-early-response-system?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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