IGP criticized for opposing state police establishment
Expressing disappointment, the Igbo Renaissance Forum (IRF) criticized the recent opposition to the creation of state police by Kayode Egbetokun, the Inspector General of Police.
According to the forum, the IGP’s stance indicates a reluctance to embrace necessary changes in Nigeria’s policing structure.
In a statement signed by IRF’s international coordinator, Nze Ugo-Akpe Onwuka, and shared with NewsNow on Tuesday, they highlighted the urgent need for restructuring Nigeria’s policing system despite the concerns raised by the IGP.
The statement emphasized that a decentralized approach to policing would not only enhance crime-fighting effectiveness but also promote community ownership and accountability.
With Nigeria facing diverse security challenges, a centralized police force strugg...