INSECURITY: NIGERIA’S CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF MUTES FENCING NIGERIA’S BORDERS

Nigeria’s Defence Chief, General Christopher Musa, has ignited a major debate by proposing a complete fence along Nigeria’s borders with Cameroon, Niger, Chad, and Benin to combat escalating insecurity and the influx of armed groups like Boko Haram and ISWAP. Citing examples like Pakistan’s fence with Afghanistan, he argues this is critical for Nigeria’s survival and sovereignty. In this video, we break down this unprecedented proposal, analyzing the reasons behind it, the immense potential costs, logistical challenges, socio-economic impacts, and whether this controversial measure can truly solve Nigeria’s deep-rooted security crisis. Is fencing the nation a viable strategy or a sign of desperation?