FCT should not be excluded from state police – ex-DIG Adeoye
A retired DIG, Adedayo Adeoye, argues that Nigeria is ripe for state police, which should be controlled by governors and include the FCT. Read More: https://punchng.com/fct-should-not-be-excluded-from-state-police-ex-dig-adeoye/
Retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police Adedayo Adeoye contends that Nigeria should not exclude the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from the proposed state police system. He argues that state police should be controlled by governors and suggests establishing an independent state policing commission to oversee them. Adeoye emphasizes that state policing is crucial for ensuring security, as it allows for a better understanding of the local culture, language, and customs.
He suggests that there should be safeguards, such as an amended Constitution and an independent judiciary, to prevent governors from abusing the police against political opponents or critics.
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