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Presidential Adviser Flags Possible Terrorist Infiltration in Army and Police

Daniel Bwala, the Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Policy Communication, has raised concerns about possible infiltration of terrorist agents into the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Police Force. He spoke on The Link Up Podcast, a panel discussion hosted by EchoRoom. Bwala noted that arrests of both soldiers and police officers have revealed links to terrorist networks, warning that such insider risks can occur in any security institution. He cited the case of Edward Snowden in the US as an example of how contractors and staff can become threats from within. The presidential aide said the government is taking measures to counter these vulnerabilities but declined to share specific details to avoid alerting potential infiltrators.

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jayjay

Could Daniel Bwala's warning about terror suspects in our army and police spark effective new security measures nationwide?

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hala

Which specific security steps do you think authorities should prioritise after that alert?

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lily

It seems unlikely any serious infiltration would go completely unnoticed by top brass until a podcast reveal.

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emeka

I'm not convinced a podcast warning alone will lead to any real investigations or accountability in our security forces.

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prince

Security agencies should publicly outline vetting processes and set up hotlines for anonymous tips to address any infiltration concerns swiftly.

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