Sixteen state governors have expressed their support for establishing state police to the National Economic Council.
The reports were received at the 140th NEC meeting presided over by Vice President Kashim Shettima at Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. The governors recommended changes to the constitution to allow for the creation of state police. No details were given about the specific states, but the total number will be presented at the next NEC meeting as the compilation is ongoing.
This move aligns with the position previously reiterated by governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and supported by regional socio-political groups like Afenifere, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Middle Belt Forum, and the Northern Elders’ Forum, who have called for state police as a solution to the country’s security challenges.
Omiyale Abiodun John
Wow
Kudos to the state governors
I believe it a gradual process
Security really matters
With this the people Mind at the different locations will be at ease
okohmichael28
Insecurity in Nigeria is very high. Whatever they can do to reduce it they should do it. If state police is going to help then good to go
Opeyemi
Security is also needed in this country
Temitayo Florence Olayinka
Insecurity is really a thing in Nigeria, even areas we thought were secure are now places people are more security conscious
t-talks
This is a goodnews and a welcome development.
Insecurity is one of the biggest causes of economic breakdown in the country
Daniel eko
Insecurity is one of the biggest problem we are facing in nigeria, so for me it is a very good initiative, we pray it come to pass
Ololade Taiwo Michael
Good news, we hope for a better Nigeria.
Ololade Kehinde
Insecurity has hit everywhere in this country and we hope this new innovation will help Nigeria to secure safety in this country once again.