Governors Support State Police to Combat Insecurity

During the Nigeria Governors' Forum's second meeting of 2026 held in Abuja, governors reiterated their support for the establishment of state police as a measure to combat insecurity in Nigeria. Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this information while presenting a communiqué.

The communiqué, signed by NGF Chairman Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, addressed Nigeria's worsening security challenges, particularly those driven by Boko Haram and armed banditry, which have persisted for two decades, especially in Northern Nigeria. The forum noted the need for constitutional amendments to align state police frameworks with citizens' rights.

Additionally, the governors discussed various initiatives, including the National Solar Super Grid project aimed at expanding electricity access and improving energy security, which could bolster industrial growth and economic opportunities nationwide. The forum also received updates on the National Nutrition 774 initiative and proposed partnerships with the World Bank to enhance agricultural productivity and food security.