Gov. Zulum, UN Deputy Secretary General, to Deliver Lecture at the 60th Anniversary of NDA
By Kasim Isa Muhammad
Kanempress News
6th February 2024
The Executive Governor of Borno State, Prof Babagana Umara Zulum, is set to deliver a Public Lecture commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) on Friday, 9th February 2024.
Governor Zulum’s Lecture, titled “Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflicts: Issues and Challenges,” will be presented to invited guests, staff, PG students, and cadets at the Academy Auditorium, NDA permanent site, Afaka, Kaduna.
Prof Zulum brings significant expertise to the chosen topic, drawing from his experience as the former Commissioner for Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, and Resettlement (RRR) of Borno State during the Boko Haram Insurgency. His firsthand encounters with the devastation caused by the conflict make him a poignant voice on matters of civilian protection.
In addition to Governor Zulum’s presentation, the UN Deputy Secretary General, Mrs Amina J Mohammed, will deliver a paper titled “Weaponisation of Sex and Protection of Rights of Women in Conflict.”
Mrs Mohammed’s address will shed light on the gendered dimensions of conflicts and the challenges of safeguarding women and vulnerable populations in war zones.
The event will feature discussions led by eminent experts and defense professionals, providing critical insights into the complexities of conflict resolution and post-war reconstruction.
Furthermore, the occasion will witness the unveiling of the NDA 60th Anniversary Commemorative volume titled “The Changing Dimensions of Nigeria’s Defence, Security, and Strategy in a Globalized World.” Edited by Prof Usman Tar and Dr Sharkdam Wapmuk, with a foreword by Major General John O Ochai, Commandant of the NDA, the volume offers a comprehensive analysis of Nigeria’s defense and security landscape in light of contemporary challenges.
Kanempress noted that the NDA anniversary serves as a platform to reflect on Nigeria’s defense evolution and strategies in the face of evolving security threats, including unconventional challenges such as counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations.
The event promises to be a milestone in fostering dialogue and collaboration towards a more secure and resilient Nigeria.
