Bring In UK Expertise!” – Fayose Urges IGP To Reform State Police

The IGP inaugurated a Committee on State Policing on Wednesday, calling it a crucial move toward strengthening community-based law enforcement.

In a Facebook post, Isaac Fayose recommended involving specialists from countries where state policing systems are already established. He also stressed the importance of a proper salary structure for local police officers, warning against potential sabotage by state governors.

He wrote, “I thank the Nigerian government, especially President Bola Tinubu, for finally taking steps toward state police. This is the only way to protect our people. I have advocated for state police for three years, and I’m glad we are on the verge of establishing it.

“This initiative will help states reduce crime rates significantly. However, the committee set up by the IGP must include more people. We need an expert from the UK, perhaps a retired officer, who can bring valuable experience. They have regional and local police systems that work well.

“Another concern is salaries. Some states struggle to pay workers, offering as low as ₦70,000. Will that be what the state police earn? This must be addressed. You cannot have state police and pay them so little.”