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President Bola Tinubu reiterates his administration’s commitment to creating state police to address Nigeria’s worsening security challenges.
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to establishing state police as part of efforts to tackle the escalating security crisis across the country.
The President restated his position on Tuesday during a closed-door meeting with a delegation from Plateau State, led by Governor Caleb Mutfwang, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
The meeting followed Tinubu’s recent visit to Plateau State after the Palm Sunday attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos, which left several people dead and displaced many residents.
“We Will Work With Legislators To Establish State Police”
Addressing the delegation, Tinubu urged Plateau stakeholders to review and implement existing white papers on security reforms, noting that the federal government would collaborate with lawmakers to create a legal framework for state policing.
He emphasised that peace and stability are essential for national development, warning that the continued insecurity has led to the creation of widows, widowers, and orphans across the country.
Plateau Delegation Commended
The President commended the Plateau State delegation for their efforts in promoting peace and reconciliation following recent attacks, urging them to implement recommendations from previous security reviews.
Tinubu’s renewed call for state police aligns with growing national consensus among governors, legislators, and security experts who argue that decentralised policing would improve law enforcement efficiency and community safety.
Broader Security Reforms Underway
The administration has continued to explore comprehensive security reforms, including intelligence coordination, community policing, and modernisation of security infrastructure, to address the country’s complex security challenges.
Analysts say the President’s renewed emphasis on state police could mark a turning point in Nigeria’s internal security architecture, potentially empowering states to respond more effectively to local threats.
