State police now or risk deeper insecurity, Shagari warns NASS

Former Deputy Governor of Sokoto State and former Minister of Water Resources, Muktari Shagari, has urged the National Assembly to approve the establishment of state police, warning that Nigeria can no longer delay key security reforms. He argued that the current security architecture is overstretched and federal agencies alone cannot address rising insecurity. Shagari acknowledged fears of potential misuse by governors but emphasized the urgent need to protect citizens. He called on lawmakers to act without delay.