Nigerian Governors Support State Police with Safeguards

During a meeting of the Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF) held in Abuja, governors unanimously supported the establishment of state police, citing the need for a constitutional framework that aligns with citizens' rights. Led by Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, the governors called for safeguards to ensure state autonomy in policing.

They proposed that policing powers be transferred from the exclusive legislative list to the concurrent legislative list, allowing state houses of assembly to legislate on state police matters. The governors expressed concerns regarding funding and operational frameworks, emphasizing the necessity for a reliable financial model and oversight mechanisms.

They also highlighted the importance of collaboration with the Attorney General to review constitutional amendments related to state police. The discussions aimed to address local security challenges effectively while maintaining the integrity of state governance structures.