Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has renewed his call for the establishment of state police, describing it as an urgent and strategic solution to Nigeria’s worsening security challenges.
He also urged stronger collaboration among Northern governors, traditional rulers, and the Federal Government to tackle insecurity and accelerate development across the region.
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has reiterated his support for state police, saying the reform is an urgent and strategic solution to Nigeria’s growing security challenges.
Speaking at a meeting of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and the Northern States Traditional Rulers Council in Kaduna, Sani said the country’s security realities require a policing system that is more responsive to local needs.
He noted that Nigeria’s vast territory, limited security personnel, and increasingly sophisticated criminal networks have made state police necessary in tackling banditry, terrorism, and kidnapping.
According to him, more security personnel are needed to effectively protect communities across the country.
The governor commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for backing the state police initiative and praised the National Assembly for advancing the State Police Bill through the constitutional amendment process.
He described the move as a landmark reform that could significantly improve national security.
Sani also applauded the Chairman of the NSGF and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, for strengthening the forum as a platform for regional cooperation and engagement.
He expressed appreciation to the Federal Government for ongoing investments in transportation, agriculture, healthcare, education, energy, infrastructure, and security, noting that the interventions are helping to lay the foundation for sustainable growth and stability.
While acknowledging that challenges remain, the governor said collaboration between federal and state governments has produced measurable progress.
He urged Northern governors and traditional rulers to remain united in addressing insecurity, boosting economic opportunities, modernising agriculture, improving social services, and promoting inclusive development.
Sani stressed that Northern Nigeria’s progress is closely tied to the nation’s overall development and called on leaders to prioritise solutions that improve citizens’ lives above political or sectional interests.
He expressed confidence that the Kaduna meeting would produce practical resolutions to advance peace, security, and development across Northern Nigeria.
