Ahmed Abubakar, the Director General of the Nigeria Intelligence Agency (NIA), has tendered his resignation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The news, reported by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), revealed that Abubakar submitted his resignation letter on Saturday, marking a significant moment in Nigeria’s intelligence landscape.
As of now, the exact reasons behind Abubakar’s departure remain unclear, leaving many to speculate about the implications for national security and intelligence operations.
The presidency has not yet released an official statement regarding this development, further fueling public curiosity and concern.
This unexpected resignation raises questions about the future of the NIA and the direction of Nigeria’s intelligence efforts under the current administration. Stakeholders and citizens alike are eager for clarity as they await additional information from the presidency, which has so far remained silent on the matter.
