The Constitution Amendment Bill advocating for the establishment of state police has successfully passed the second reading in the House of Representatives.
The bill, backed by 13 members of the House, garnered support from a majority of lawmakers who prioritize addressing the current wave of insecurity over concerns about potential political victimization by state governors.
The momentum toward the introduction of state police has been building, with both Chief Bola Tinubu and 36 state governors recently endorsing it as a viable solution to the prevailing security challenges, including issues like kidnapping and banditry.
This push for state police has a history, with previous attempts during the Seventh National Assembly proving unsuccessful. However, the renewed focus on this issue signals a growing consensus on the need for localized security measures.
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Notably, governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have emphasised the importance of state policing, underscoring its potential to effectively address the deteriorating security situation in the country.
Adding their voices to the chorus, regional groups such as Afenifere, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Middle Belt Forum, and the Northern Elders’ Forum have also advocated for the implementation of state police as a crucial step in tackling the escalating security challenges across various regions.
