Convener of the National Private Security Conference (NPSC) 2026, Charles Awuzie, has called for stronger collaboration between government institutions and private sector actors to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges, saying security can no longer be viewed as the responsibility of government alone.
Speaking at a world press conference ahead of the National Private Security Conference 2026, Awuzie said the event would serve as a strategic platform for dialogue, innovation and partnerships aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture.
According to him, the conference is designed as an independent and non-partisan forum to promote engagement among stakeholders within the country’s broader security ecosystem.
“The National Private Security Conference is not a political movement. It is not a lobbying platform. It is not an attempt to replace existing security institutions, regulatory authorities or industry associations,” he said.
“Rather, it is a strategic forum designed to bring together those who share a common objective — a safer, stronger and more secure Nigeria.”
Awuzie noted that Nigeria is at a critical point in its security journey, with government institutions, security agencies, businesses, communities and citizens facing increasingly complex threats that require innovative and collaborative solutions.
He said the theme of the conference, “Building a Modern Security Ecosystem: Integrating Private Sector Capacity into Nigeria’s National Security Architecture,” reflects the growing global recognition that effective security systems depend on partnerships involving governments, security agencies, technology innovators, investors, researchers and local communities.
“The question before us is not whether collaboration is necessary. The question is how we can collaborate more effectively, more responsibly and more strategically in ways that strengthen national security while preserving the authority and leadership of our state institutions,” he stated.
The conference, scheduled for June 13, 2026, at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja, is expected to attract top government officials, security chiefs, lawmakers, defence industry executives, international experts, technology innovators, investors and policymakers.
Awuzie disclosed that discussions would focus on key issues including security policy, intelligence integration, public-private partnerships, defence manufacturing, surveillance systems, artificial intelligence, security financing and the future of Nigeria’s security framework.
He said organisers were determined to ensure that the conference produces practical outcomes rather than becoming another platform for speeches without implementation.
“Our objective is to move from discussion to implementation. Through our panel sessions, stakeholder engagements and conference communiqué, we aim to generate practical recommendations capable of supporting policy development, industry growth, investment opportunities and stronger security outcomes for our nation,” he said.
The convener expressed confidence that Nigeria possesses the talent, expertise and institutional capacity needed to improve security outcomes, stressing that the challenge lies in creating effective platforms for collaboration.
He called on government agencies, security institutions, industry leaders, development partners, investors and the media to participate in the conference and contribute to building a modern security ecosystem capable of protecting lives, safeguarding investments and strengthening national resilience.
Awuzie added that the conference seeks to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s long-term security and economic prosperity through inclusive stakeholder engagement and actionable policy recommendations.
