Galadima further warned that state police could become ethnically or religiously biased, especially in states where one group dominates. He said this would violate constitutional rights and restrict the freedom of movement and business for people from other regions. He stressed that such a system would not only weaken national cohesion but also create fertile ground for conflict and marginalization.
The NDC chieftain concluded that the state police initiative would create more problems than solutions. He called on Nigerians to remain vigilant and resist any move that could erode democratic principles or deepen ethnic and religious divides. His remarks come amid growing debate over the federal government’s push to empower states with their own police forces, a proposal that has sparked widespread controversy and opposition from various quarters.
As Nigeria prepares for its next general elections, the debate over state police continues to gain momentum, with critics like Galadima urging caution and transparency in any security reform.
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