Fresh indications have emerged that President Bola Tinubu is considering a significant overhaul of Nigeria’s national security architecture, with plans reportedly underway to replace the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribaɗu.
According to multiple high-level sources familiar with the development, the presidency is weighing the appointment of former Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, as a possible successor.
While no official confirmation has been issued, insiders say the move is part of a broader effort to recalibrate the country’s security strategy amid persistent threats across various regions.
The reported consideration comes at a time when Nigeria continues to grapple with complex security challenges, including banditry in the North-West, insurgency in the North-East, and rising communal tensions in parts of the Middle-Belt. Analysts suggest that any change at the level of the NSA signals a critical review of existing policies and operational frameworks.
Sources within the security and intelligence community indicate that the proposed reshuffle may not be limited to the NSA position alone, hinting at a wider reorganisation aimed at improving coordination among security agencies and enhancing intelligence gathering and response mechanisms.
Nuhu RibaÉ—u, a former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has served as NSA since the early days of the Tinubu administration. His tenure has seen a mix of reforms and ongoing criticism, particularly over the pace of progress in tackling insecurity.
On the other hand, Mohammed Adamu, who previously led the Nigeria Police Force, is regarded as an experienced security operative with extensive knowledge of internal security dynamics. His potential appointment is being interpreted in some quarters as a move to inject fresh perspective into the nation’s security leadership.
However, Presidency officials have remained tight-lipped on the matter, neither confirming nor denying the reports. Observers say any eventual decision by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will likely be guided by ongoing security assessments and political considerations.
