Senator Shehu Sani Raises Concerns Over State Police Creation

Senator Shehu Sani has voiced his concerns over the creation of state police in Nigeria.

The politician expressed his reservations on his X account, citing potential issues that could arise from the implementation of state police forces.

Senator Sani highlighted the potential misuse of state police by ruling parties to persecute opposition, harass non-indigenes, rig elections, and even counter federal police in case of conflicting interests between state and federal governments.

He also mentioned that state police might not be the solution to all security problems in the country, as they would simply be an armed wing of the ruling party in each state.

The Senator’s concerns come at a time when the Nigerian government is considering the establishment of state police forces to address the country’s security challenges.

However, his perspective raises important questions about the potential consequences of such a move, particularly in terms of political misuse and the possible exacerbation of existing issues.

As the debate over state police in Nigeria continues, it is crucial for all stakeholders to carefully consider the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a move, ensuring that any decision made is in the best interest of the nation’s security and the well-being of its citizens.