Governors want FG to recruit more security personnel, allow state police
The Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) has called for the recruitment of more security personnel to support efforts at addressing the security challenges of the country.
The governors, who reiterated their commitment to the establishment of state police, also stressed the need for technology-driven solutions in addressing the evolving security challenges.
In a communique issued on Thursday after their meeting in Abuja, the state governors pledged support for the military and other security agencies.
To address the surge in killings across the country, the NGF said it has set up a joint committee to collaborate with security agencies.
The communique was signed by the NGF Chairman and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
It read in part: “We, members of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), at our meeting held today, deliberated on issues affecting the country.
“The Forum received a presentation from the Chief of Defense Staff on an innovative security initiative aimed at strengthening national and subnational capacity for early threat detection and coordinated response. The project envisions the phased deployment of advanced technology and infrastructure to improve surveillance, crisis management, and public safety.
“Governors expressed support for the initiative’s objectives and underscored the importance of technology-driven solutions in addressing evolving security challenges at the state level.
“Governors also commended the Chief of Defence Staff and indeed the Nigerian military for these valuable propositions and initiatives.
“The forum received a presentation from the Minister of Housing and Urban Development on unlocking the economic potential of land through a federal-state partnership for land reform.
“The minister outlined ongoing housing initiatives under the Renewed Hope Programme and proposed a comprehensive land registration reform to formalise land ownership, enhance tenure security, and boost internally generated revenue across states.
“Governors welcomed the initiative, noting its potential to catalyse investment, improve urban planning, and enhance land-based revenue generation.”
