Opeyemi Bamidele
National Assembly Moves to Establish State Police to Tackle Insecurity
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has announced that the National Assembly is working on legal frameworks to facilitate the creation of state police as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s security challenges.
In a statement released on Sunday by his Directorate of Media and Public Affairs, Bamidele emphasized the importance of the initiative while also urging unity among Nigerians. He extended Easter greetings to Christians worldwide, calling on leaders to reject divisive rhetoric and instead embrace peace and collaboration.
Reflecting on the teachings of Jesus Christ, Bamidele encouraged Nigerians to uphold virtues such as justice, love, and compassion. He condemned recent violent attacks in Benue and Plateau states, as well as inflammatory statements by political figures, stressing that national progress requires unity rather than division.
“No country develops when one section rises against another,” he said. “The National Assembly is committed to creating a legal structure for state police to enhance security. We urge security agencies to intensify efforts in apprehending perpetrators of violence.”
Bamidele also criticized politicians exploiting Nigeria’s challenges for personal gain, urging them to prioritize national interest over partisan agendas. “Nigeria is our ultimate project, and we are dedicated to building a peaceful, prosperous nation,” he added.
The push for state police is not new—former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu had previously sponsored a bill in 2018 seeking to establish federal and state police structures, but it did not pass. The current move signals renewed legislative efforts to decentralize policing in response to rising insecurity.
Bamidele concluded by calling for collective action against Nigeria’s challenges, emphasizing that unity and cooperation are essential for national development.
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