Campaign Urges Nigerians To Unite Against Terrorism, Report Suspicious Activities

by HEDNEWS on June 4, 2026

Campaign Urges Nigerians to Unite Against Terrorism, Report Suspicious Activities A national awareness campaign has called on Nigerians to strengthen unity in the fight against terrorism by reporting suspicious activities, rejecting divisive narratives, and supporting communities affected by insecurity across the country.

The initiative, promoted under the message of national cohesion, urged citizens to remain vigilant and play an active role in identifying and reporting unusual movements or behaviour that could pose security threats. Organisers of the campaign stressed that terrorism and insecurity cannot be tackled by government alone, calling for collective responsibility among citizens, security agencies, and community leaders

Report suspicious activities promptly to security agencies
Reject hate speech and divisive rhetoric
Support victims and communities affected by terrorism
Strengthen unity and national solidarity in the face of insecurity

The campaign also warned that misinformation and inflammatory narratives especially on social media can worsen tensions and undermine national security efforts. Security experts say community participation remains a critical part of counter-terrorism strategy, particularly in regions affected by insurgency, banditry, and kidnapping. Authorities have repeatedly emphasized that early reporting of suspicious activity can help prevent attacks and improve response times from security agencies. The campaign’s message aligns with broader government and civil society efforts aimed at improving intelligence sharing between citizens and law enforcement institutions. The initiative further called on Nigerians to show empathy and support for victims of terrorism, noting that communities affected by violence require both material assistance and emotional solidarity to recover. It also urged citizens to resist attempts to exploit insecurity for political, ethnic, or religious division, stressing that national unity is essential for lasting peace

Nigeria continues to face multiple security challenges, including terrorism in the North-East, banditry in the North-West, and kidnappings across several regions. Over the years, both government and private groups have launched awareness campaigns encouraging citizens to act as “eyes and ears” for security agencies.