James Barnett appears on Times Radio to discuss Nigeria’s democratic transition and the country’s ongoing security challenges. While democratic governance has expanded since the end of military rule, the proliferation of armed groups has contributed to rising violence and instability. Barnett examines recent warnings from Nigerian authorities that armed groups must disarm or face increased pressure from the state.
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A production line of the Glide, a high-altitude glider that delivers munitions across thousands of miles, is seen at the defense tech startup Mach Industries in Huntington Beach, California, on September 11, 2025. (Getty Images)