President Bola Tinubu has intensified Nigeria’s push for international support for the proposed State Police system, presenting it as a key reform to strengthen internal security and improve public trust in law enforcement.
Speaking during engagements with United Nations Police Advisers in New York, Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim, said the initiative is part of ongoing efforts by the Tinubu administration to decentralise policing.
He explained that the reform is aimed at improving response to security challenges, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring better deployment of personnel and resources across the country.
Ibrahim said the Federal Government is committed to providing funding, logistics, and institutional support for the proposed structure, while also seeking cooperation from international partners.
He added that the plan is designed to improve accountability and strengthen trust between security agencies and communities. He also highlighted Nigeria’s contributions to UN peacekeeping missions, noting deployments to countries such as Liberia, Sudan, and Mali.
According to him, Nigeria remains a major contributor to global peace operations and is committed to modern policing strategies that address cybercrime and other emerging threats. He noted that legislative processes are underway to provide legal backing for the establishment of State Police.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Dolapo Badmos also reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to international cooperation, stressing that effective policing must remain professional, accountable, and community-focused.
