Jigawa assembly passes state police bill
The Jigawa State House of Assembly has endorsed the proposed establishment of state police, describing the initiative as a necessary step towards addressing security challenges and creating employment opportunities for indigenes. The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, disclosed this on Tuesday while briefing journalists after the lawmakers endorsed the constitutional amendment…
The Jigawa State House of Assembly has approved a bill for the establishment of a state police force, addressing security concerns and job creation for residents, according to Speaker Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin. Dangyatin emphasized that the new security arrangement aimed to enhance the country's overall security infrastructure and improve protection without targeting political opponents or creating room for settling political scores.
He highlighted that the initiative was a collective responsibility involving the federal and state governments, security agencies, and other stakeholders. Dangyatin assured that the Jigawa State Government would provide sufficient funding to ensure the effective operation of the proposed security force.
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