Group Commends Tinubu, Urges Support for State Police

The Hope Aliv Initiative commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his commitment to tackling Nigeria's security challenges in a press statement issued on Tuesday by its Director of Press Communication, Ernest Omoareloji, in Abuja. The group highlighted the critical role of state police in enhancing citizen participation in security matters, aligning with Nigeria's federal system.

They noted that state police already operate in various regions and called for legislative backing to ensure their efficient operation, complementing federal security efforts. The group welcomed the Nigeria Governor Forum's submission of a proposal for a state police framework to the National Security Adviser and urged governors to support existing security architectures.

They also expressed confidence in Tinubu's leadership and the recent security cooperation agreement with the United States, United Kingdom, and France, aimed at providing advanced training and intelligence sharing. The initiative emphasized the need for grassroots policing and a global alliance to combat crime and terrorism effectively.