ADC Critiques Tinubu's Rush for State Police Legislation

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration for its recent push to legislate state police, describing it as a rushed initiative that came at the end of his tenure. The ADC's statement, signed by the party's National Publicity Secretary Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, argues that the administration's timing reflects a panic response to Nigeria's escalating security crisis.

The party supports the decentralization of policing but rejects the government's approach, emphasizing the need for comprehensive public consultation and a well-structured plan. The ADC questions the sincerity of Tinubu's commitment to state police, noting that the bill was presented as an immediate fix without addressing the necessary structural changes for effective implementation.

They warn that simply passing the law is the easiest part of a complex process that requires careful planning, recruitment, training, and funding. The ADC also raised concerns about the potential for state police to be used as a tool for political intimidation and the lack of independent oversight.