Nwawuba Urges Legislative Action on Nigeria's Insecurity

Hon. Henry Nwawuba, the Executive Secretary of the National Assembly Library Trust Fund, called on the National Assembly to move beyond mere sympathy for insecurity victims and to enact effective legislative measures to tackle the country's security challenges. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja at the 2nd Annual Distinguished Parliamentarian Lecture organized by the House of Representatives Press Corps, where he received the Icon of Legislative Research award, Nwawuba emphasized the need for innovative policies and legislation to address the evolving nature of insecurity.

He advocated for the establishment of state police, suggesting it could enhance local policing and better meet regional security needs. Nwawuba referenced his experience as Chairman of the House Committee on Monitoring of the Legislative Agenda, where he addressed issues within Nigeria's security architecture.

He acknowledged concerns regarding funding for state police but argued that these could be managed through proper safeguards. He stressed that the legislature must reassess existing policies to ensure they meet the needs of the citizens.