Nigeria promotes 70,000 paramilitary officers for border control

Nigeria has promoted 70,000 paramilitary officers as part of efforts to strengthen security. The government is also deploying a high-tech immigration centre to tighten border control.

The Nigerian government announced the promotion of 70,000 paramilitary officers to bolster national security measures. This initiative aims to enhance the effectiveness of border management amid ongoing challenges. In addition, authorities are introducing a high-tech immigration centre designed to improve surveillance and control at entry points. These steps reflect a commitment to fortifying the country's borders against potential threats. No further details on the implementation timeline or specific agencies involved were provided in the announcement.

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