The leadership of Igbodike Movement, an Igbo socio political movement has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his swift move geared towards the establishment of state police system in Nigeria.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by group’s National Coordinator, Dr Peter Nwankwo, which a copy was made available to Diaspora Digital Media.
According to Igbodike Movement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu met a lots of rots in the security system which created mountainous challenges before his administration.
It described Tinubu’s move to establish state policing independently supervised by state governments as a ‘landmark achievement’ that Nigerians must acknowledged.
Speaking further in the statement, Igbodike Movement vowed to mobilize and sensitize the people of south east and South south to support the reelection of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for second term in office for continuation of his landmark legacy projects for the people
Also, Igbodike Movement observed that the establishment of state police in Nigeria would help to improve overall security in the country by allowing states to more effectively address security challenges within their own territories.
“This localized approach to policing will lead to quick response and more effective crime prevention efforts”, the group said.
The Movement noted that the state police establishment will enhanced community relations.
“State police forces will have better relationships with the communities they serve, as they will be more familiar with the local environment and culture.
“This can help to build trust between law enforcement and the public, leading to more effective crime prevention and resolution.
“State police forces can also allocate resources based on the specific needs of their own communities, rather than being dependent on centralized decision-making from the federal government. This can lead to more efficient use of resources and better-targeted law enforcement efforts”, it added.
However, Igbodike Movement noted that the establishment of the state police will Improved accountability.
“State police forces will be more accountable to their local communities, as local residents and authorities will have more direct oversight over police activities. This can help to reduce incidents of police abuse and misconduct, as well as improve overall professionalism and integrity within the force.
“Igbodike Movement affirms that the establishment of state police will reduce political interference, the federal government can reduce political interference in law enforcement activities at the state level. This can help to improve the independence and effectiveness of state police forces, leading to better overall security outcomes.
“Igbodike Movement earnestly clamour for continuation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu”s administration to 2031”.
