By Seun Ibiyemi
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured state governors of his administration’s plan to establish state police, describing it as a crucial step toward curbing insecurity and ensuring the safety of Nigerians.
Tinubu made the announcement on Monday night during an interfaith breaking of the fast ceremony, attended by governors from across the country, as Muslims observe Ramadan and Christians continue their Lenten journey.Tinubu hosts Governors, urges unity, calls for State Police Reform
In his address, the President emphasized that security is the foundation of prosperity, stating that without safety, farms cannot flourish, businesses cannot grow, and families cannot sleep peacefully.
“We will establish state police to curb insecurity,” he said, stressing that the initiative is about practicality and empowering states with the tools to protect their citizens while reinforcing the national framework.
The President also commended governors for their efforts during the holy month, particularly the various outreach initiatives they have undertaken to support vulnerable communities.
He challenged them to do more, especially in reaching young people who feel forgotten, women carrying families on their shoulders, and grassroots communities where hope sometimes flickers.RMAFC backs Tinubu’s Executive Order on direct remittance of oil revenues
“Development must not recognise religion. Compassion must not recognise tribe. Opportunity must not recognise status,” Tinubu said, urging unity in addressing the country’s challenges.
He further stressed that the move to establish state police is not political but a necessary reform to strengthen security and protect Nigerians.
“We must be bold enough to reform what is not working. We must be united enough to protect what we hold dear,” he added.
The President concluded with a message of optimism, pledging that Nigeria will be safer and stronger as long as leaders work together to deliver hope to citizens. “The best is yet to come for Nigeria. Nigeria First,” he said.
