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Buhari Meets Security Chiefs ahead of Saturday’s Presidential Election

 Before the commencement of the meeting, President Buhari launched security equipment donated by the Coalition Against COVID-19.

Though the agenda for the maiden meeting of the Council in 2023 was not made public, THISDAY gathered that it is aimed at reviewing the security situation across the country ahead of coming Saturday’s presidential and National Assembly elections.

The National Security Council which comprises of the Chief of Defence Staff, service chiefs, Inspector-General of Police, some Ministers, among others advises the President on public security issues.

Before the commencement of the meeting, President Buhari launched security equipment donated by the Coalition Against COVID-19 (CACOVID) at the Council Chambers.

Details later…

Deji Elumoye in Abuja 

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