Book Launch Advocates for State Police in Nigeria

The public presentation of a book titled "Imperative State Police in Nigeria," authored by renowned media columnist and democracy advocate Magnus Onyib, is scheduled to take place in Abuja. This book is presented against the backdrop of increasing insecurity in Nigeria, particularly in the northeastern and north-central regions, with a noted rise in violent crimes such as kidnapping and banditry.

The event is organized by Inspire Media Services and is expected to attract lawmakers, security experts, civil society leaders, and media practitioners. The book comprises 19 articles chronicling the evolution of insecurity in Nigeria and argues for the establishment of a state and local police system as a strategic response to the country's security challenges.

The foreword is written by Anthony Kila, and the afterword by Tunji Alapini. The presentation aligns with President Bola Tinubu's recent call for the National Assembly to amend the 1999 Constitution to accommodate state police, a move aimed at addressing the urgent security situation in Nigeria.