Plateau Assembly ready to pass state police bill — Speaker

The Plateau State House of Assembly has declared its readiness to legislate for the creation of a state police force, with Speaker Naanlong Daniel stating the bill will be a priority upon formal presentation. Daniel conveyed this assurance during an advocacy visit by the Plateau State Advisory Committee on State Police in Jos.

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The Assembly believes state policing will contribute significantly to ending the prolonged insecurity affecting parts of Plateau State and other regions of the country.

Daniel emphasized that the Assembly views state policing as a significant measure to combat the prolonged insecurity affecting Plateau State and other parts of Nigeria. He noted that lawmakers have consistently supported the idea and commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his commitment to strengthening the nation's security architecture. The Speaker pledged the legislature's full cooperation and support to ensure the initiative's success, stressing that security is a collective responsibility.

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Lawmakers have consistently advocated for its establishment. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for demonstrating commitment toward addressing insecurity and supporting reforms aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture.

Retired Deputy Inspector General of Police Habila Joshak, leading the advisory committee, informed the Assembly that Plateau's complex security challenges make state police a vital step. He believes it will enhance security management, improve intelligence gathering, and restore public confidence. Joshak also highlighted the Assembly's crucial role in providing the necessary legal backing and legislative planning for successful implementation. Committee member Chris Kwajah urged legislators to expedite action, viewing the proposed state police as an opportunity to tackle persistent security challenges and address gaps in the current policing system.

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The Assembly believes state policing will contribute significantly to ending the prolonged insecurity affecting parts of Plateau State and other regions of the country.