The Nigerian Governors’ Forum has disclosed that the application of technology to the fight against insecurity may be the solution to the continuous loss of lives to banditry, terrorism, and kidnapping across the country.

This came to light after the over two-hour closed-door meeting between the governors and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, in Abuja Wednesday night.

A communique signed by the chairman of the forum and Kwara State governor, Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, which was read to journalists at the end of the meeting by the Imo State governor, Hope Uzodinma, made it clear that the forum has set up a committee to work on viable measures to provide sustainable security.

The measures being preferred included the adoption of technology-driven solutions, as suggested to the forum by the CDS, in addition to the recruitment of more personnel to boost the capacity of all security agencies.

Reading the communique, Uzodimma said, “The Forum received a presentation from the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on an innovative security initiative aimed at strengthening national and subnational capacity for early threat detection and coordinated response.

“The project envisions the phased deployment of advanced technology and infrastructure to improve surveillance, crisis management, and public safety.

“Governors expressed support for the initiative’s objectives and underscored the importance of technology-driven solutions in addressing evolving security challenges at the state level.

“The Forum set up a subcommittee of the Nigeria Governors Forum to work with heads of security agencies on a collaborative approach for immediate solutions.

“Governors welcomed the ownership, enhanced tenure security, and a boost in internally generated revenue across states. Governors welcomed the initiative, noting its potential to catalyse investment, improve urban planning, and enhance land-based revenue generation.”

Uzodinma added that the Forum received a presentation on a proposed strategic partnership with Powercom Smart Grid Nigeria Limited.

“Under the proposed agreement, PSGN will assume operational control of select distribution companies, introduce advanced smart grid technologies, and establish a meter production facility to enhance service delivery and energy access across states,” Uzodinma said.

“The Forum noted that the partnership seeks to improve electricity distribution efficiency, support job creation through local manufacturing, and relieve states of legacy sector liabilities. Governors received the proposal and would examine the opportunities and benefits therein.”

Earlier in an interview, the Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, emphasised the importance of establishing state police in Nigeria.

Sani stated that the killings should not be seen as an indictment of the governors, noting that they have a limited role to play in addressing the issue.

He said, “In my opinion, it’s not an indictment. I do agree that we have a limited role to play concerning the Constitution of Nigeria. Don’t forget that even tomorrow, by the grace of God, it’s one of the areas we are going to look at – the possibility of the creation of state policing in Nigeria.”