Analyst Criticizes Defence Minister's Border Wall Proposal
Public Affairs analyst, Mahdi Shehu, has criticized Nigeria's Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, over his call for a physical border wall to curb terrorism and cross-border crimes. Shehu argues that only the 'invisible wall of justice and equity' can prevent Nigeria's disintegration. He describes the proposal as outdated and disconnected from modern security realities, citing historical examples of famous walls that failed to provide lasting security. Shehu also questions the practicality of the project, given Nigeria's long and porous borders, and notes that warfare has evolved beyond physical barriers, with technology, intelligence, and digital surveillance now playing a greater role in security. Will Nigeria's security challenges be better addressed through investment in modern security techniques or physical infrastructure like border walls?