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The proposal to create state police and if possible local government police is consistent with the principle of true federalism and decentralization of powers. The arrangement would enable the states to effectively maintain law and order especially during emergencies. Besides the Nigeria Police is ill-equipped and deficient that it cannot ensure safety of citizens and
The decisions of the remaining 20 state governors on the proposed establishment of state police are expected to be submitted within the next four weeks.
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana says some state governors will use state police as a means of oppression. Falana stated this in an interview on Channels