AANI pledges collaboration for national security with DSS
The Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI) has proposed partnerships with the Department of State Services (DSS) in areas such as capacity building, research-driven policy advisory, and strategic collaboration to support the Service in fulfilling its mandate.
Similarly, the body says it remains a reservoir of expertise with a membership spanning diverse fields and a strong foundation in leadership and policy strategy, expressing readiness to partner with the DSS to achieve greater national security outcomes.”
This was contained in a statement issued by Brigadier General SK Usman (rtd) mni fnipr, AANI National Publicity Secretary when the President of the Alumni Association of the National Institute, Ambassador E.O. Okafor mni, led a delegation of the association’s Executive Committee on a visit to the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DG DSS), Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, MON, at the DSS Headquarters in Abuja.
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The statement said Ambassador Okafor congratulated the DG on his recent appointment, describing it as a recognition of his professionalism, wealth of experience, and dedication to duty.

He further stated AANI’s commitment to national development and elaborated on the association’s rich pool of professionals across sectors, particularly in defence and security.

‘’In his response, the DG DSS, Mr Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi expressed deep appreciation for the visit and commended AANI for its contributions to national development and leadership excellence. He acknowledged the unique value of AANI members, many of whom have backgrounds in defence and intelligence, and described the association as a critical partner in the nation’s security architecture, ‘’the statement said.
‘’The DG further highlighted the need to integrate the findings and recommendations of research conducted at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Kuru, noting their relevance in addressing contemporary security challenges in the country, such as ungoverned spaces and social injustice. “AANI’s research outputs are a treasure trove that can significantly enhance the fight against insecurity if fully utilised,” Mr Ajayi MON remarked. He also pledged his commitment to fostering collaboration and leveraging AANI’s insights to strengthen the DSS’ strategies and operations.
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‘’The visit was attended by notable Alumni Association of the National Institute members, including Mrs. Olufunke Amos mni, AANI Vice President; a former President of the association; Engineer (Dr) Mohammed Gambo Umar MON mni; Turakin Bauchi; Alhaji Abubakar Ismail Isah Funtua mni, AANI Secretary General; Alhaji Samaila Umar Sifawa mni, AANI National Treasurer; Brigadier General SK Usman (rtd) mni, National Publicity Secretary; and Dr. Babatunde Moses Kayode mni, Assistant Secretary-General; Dr Gado Shehu mni, FCT AANI Chapter Secretary General; and Alhaji Muhammad Nasir Ladan mni, the Director of Administration at AANI National Secretariat, Abuja.
The DSS delegation included senior officials who are members of the Services’ Management Team.
The meeting underscored the importance of fostering partnerships between institutions to achieve shared goals of peace, security, and national development. Both parties reiterated their commitment to working collaboratively to strengthen Nigeria’s security framework for a better and more stable society.
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