Tag: Office of the National Security Adviser

…Reveals reasons The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has admitted to providing arms to trained vigilantes and other auxiliary forces as part of Nigeria’s counter-terrorism strategy.  The acknowledgement was made following public controversy over security operations in Kwara State. The latest clarification by ONSA came following the viral reports and videos alleging that government authorities illegally equipped armed groups operating in the state, claims that have been denied by the Kwara State Government and security agencies. According to a statement released on Tuesday by the Head of Strategic…