Akpabio: 30 States Have Endorsed Constitution Amendment for State Police

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, announced on Wednesday that approximately 30 state Houses of Assembly have backed the proposed amendment to the Nigerian constitution for the establishment of state police. Akpabio expressed optimism that a decentralised policing system could enhance national security. During a meeting with members of the Arewa Revival Project, a northern youth organization, Akpabio highlighted that the reform would bring policing closer to communities and bolster the nation's capacity to address security issues.

He conveyed confidence in the forthcoming completion of the constitution amendment process, stating that the introduction of state police would complement existing security measures and expedite efforts to confront the country's security challenges. Akpabio urged the youth to intensify grassroots mobilization in support of President Bola Tinubu's re-election in 2027, emphasizing that continuity in government would enable the administration's economic reforms and security policies to yield desired outcomes.

He cautioned against paid social media propaganda directed against the administration and encouraged the Nigerian youth to rise above it. Akpabio anticipated that Nigeria would overcome its security challenges and praised the president's efforts to diversify the economy, reform the tax system, and address structural problems. The senate president urged the Arewa youths to rally support for Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election, stating that the administration requires time to consolidate its policies.

He acknowledged the administration's achievements in developing Nigeria since independence and expressed pride in the National Assembly's endorsement of Tinubu for a second term. Akpabio affirmed Nigeria's resilience amid economic and security difficulties, crediting President Tinubu's determination in confronting the challenges.

He emphasized the importance of youth participation in national development and cautioned against changing the administration prematurely, suggesting that changing the winning team could undermine the progress achieved so far.