The Senate just passed constitutional amendments to allow state police, one of the biggest security reforms Nigeria has debated in decades. Supporters say Abuja cannot effectively police over 200 million people from one central command. Critics fear governors could turn state police into political weapons. The bill includes safeguards against abuse, but many Nigerians remain skeptical. It still requires further approvals before becoming law.
Honestly, this debate comes down to one question:
Would you rather trust Abuja with all the power, or trust your governor with some of it?
Because neither answer is exactly comforting.
aniekeme
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If state police existed years ago, maybe some communities would have handled insecurity better.
Some states can barely pay salaries. How exactly are they funding a police force?