The Tourism for Security Summit (TFSS) is a strategic initiative that positions tourism as a tool for improving security, economic opportunity, and community resilience across Northern Nigeria. Launched during the 25th anniversary of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), TFSS explores how carefully designed tourism activities in underserved and remote areas can stimulate local economies while strengthening collaboration between communities and security institutions.

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Through the summit and its associated programs, TFSS promotes a model where tourism development helps create jobs, increase legitimate economic activity, and encourage stronger community participation in safeguarding their environments. The initiative also supports structured dialogue between policymakers, security agencies, development partners, and private sector actors to develop practical solutions that link economic inclusion, local intelligence networks, and regional stability.

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A core component of this framework is ESCALATE, a community resilience tool designed to connect tourists, local businesses, and residents with relevant security agencies through secure and anonymous communication channels. By enabling discreet reporting of suspicious activities and early warning signals, ESCALATE strengthens situational awareness while protecting the identity of those providing information.

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By integrating tourism-led economic activation with community–security collaboration frameworks such as ESCALATE, TFSS demonstrates how cultural and tourism initiatives can contribute meaningfully to peace, development, and long-term regional stability.