Nigeria, June 1 -- At a time when insecurity continues to test the resilience of Nigeria's institutions and the unity of its people, the Voice of Nigeria (VON) is poised to champion a critical shift in how the country addresses its most pressing challenge: national security. For the first time in Nigeria's history, a state-owned media organisation will convene a national platform solely focused on citizen engagement in security matters. The upcoming National Citizens' Engagement Forum on Security, hosted by VON, is set to mark a pivotal moment in our national conversation on governance, communication, and unity.

This will not be just another policy talk shop. It represents a deliberate and strategic effort aligned with the Renewed Hope A...