February 16, (THEWILL) – Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the pan Igbo socio-cultural organisation has commended the Federal Government and State Governors over their stance on establishing the State Police, given the deteriorating security situation in the country.
A press statement through Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, insists that their firm belief in the establishment of State Police is the long-awaited answer to Nigeria’s prayers and a crucial step towards resolving the pervasive security challenges plaguing the nation.
According to him, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, has advocated for the creation of State Police as a strategic measure to address the prevailing security challenges in Nigeria.
The statement reads: “In light of the worsening security situation across the country, OHANAEZE NDIGBO commends the Federal Government and State Governors for taking a courageous step in the right direction.
“We believe that this decision reflects a realisation that security is a local matter and community policing is the indispensable ingredient needed to combat insecurity, especially in the Southeast region.
“OHANAEZE NDIGBO acknowledges that the implementation of the State Police aligns with one of the key recommendations of the 2014 Constitutional Conference reports, which the previous administration under President Buhari failed to act upon due to apprehensions.
“We commend President Tinubu for indirectly steering the implementation of this vital recommendation. This momentous decision brings an end to the era of fear concerning the deployment of Igbo and Christian personnel to Boko Haram-controlled areas.
“In the past, Igbo youth perceived police recruitment exercises as potential death sentences, fearing they would be posted to Northern regions grappling with Boko Haram terrorists and banditry. However, with the introduction of State Police and community policing, a new ray of hope emerges.
“The creation of State Police and the embrace of community policing presents remarkable avenues for job creation, specifically addressing the massive youth unemployment crisis. The deployment of personnel within their respective localities ensures that every employed individual serves their community with unwavering dedication.
“Consequently, with the President’s recent pronouncement on increased police recruitment, Igbo youths will wholeheartedly seize this opportunity, unburdened by the fear of deployment to the North.
“We express our unwavering commitment to supporting and collaborating with the government and relevant stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of this landmark decision.
“In conclusion, we stand united in our resolve to bring safety and security to our people and our beloved nation. OHANAEZE NDIGBO reaffirms its dedication to the well-being of Ndigbo and the development of a secure and prosperous Nigeria for all. Together, we will overcome these security challenges and forge a brighter future”, he hoped.
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