Senate has summoned the military and other security agencies over the rising insecurity challenges in the country.

The Red Chamber further resolved to invite the Service Chiefs to brief it in a closed session on steps being taken to mitigate rising insecurity in the country.

Senate resolutions were sequel to its consideration and adoption of a motion moved by Senator Abdulaziz Yar’adua at plenary.

According to Yar’adua, the contemporary security landscape in Nigeria poses unprecedented challenges that outstrip the protective capabilities of any security agency alone.

The Senate also commended the security forces and agencies in Nigeria for the ongoing efforts made to fight all forms of insecurity in the country.