Zamfara Assembly backs state police

The Zamfara State House of Assembly has approved a resolution endorsing the proposed constitutional amendment for the establishment of state police in Nigeria. Speaker Isma’ila Moriki announced this during a press conference on Monday, following the transmission of the proposed constitutional changes by the National Assembly to state legislatures for their consideration.

The speaker highlighted that the adoption of state police would bolster efforts to counter security challenges confronting Zamfara. He expressed optimism that this would complement the President's and Governor Dauda Lawal's initiatives in addressing insecurity-related issues in the state and the nation at large. Despite claims that recent political developments involving some lawmakers had impacted the Assembly's operations, Moriki affirmed that the House remained stable, functional, and actively engaged in legislative activities.

He also addressed the defection of lawmakers from the All Progressives Congress, clarifying that their political decisions were distinct from disciplinary proceedings against them, which had been suspended since February 2024 due to unresolved allegations. Moriki emphasized the Assembly's dedication to the rule of law, legislative integrity, and the safeguarding of public institutions.