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The Ondo State House of Assembly has passed a bill to establish state police, describing the move as a necessary step towards addressing the growing security challenges facing the country.
The lawmakers said the proposed legislation had been long overdue, stressing the need for a more effective security structure capable of responding to threats within communities across the state.
The development comes amid continued calls for decentralised policing in Nigeria, with supporters arguing that state-controlled police formations would improve intelligence gathering, strengthen local security operations and enable faster responses to criminal activities.
Proponents of state police have also maintained that officers who understand the terrain, language and social dynamics of their communities could be better positioned to prevent crimes such as kidnapping, armed robbery and other violent offences.
However, the implementation of state policing will depend on the applicable constitutional and legislative processes, as well as safeguards to prevent political interference and protect citizens’ rights. The Ondo Assembly’s decision adds to the ongoing national debate over the restructuring of Nigeria’s security system.
