By Ayomide Otitoju
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated President Bola Tinubu following the passage of the constitutional amendment bill establishing State Police by the Senate.
The Senate on Wednesday approved all 26 clauses of the bill during the Committee of the Whole, a development widely regarded as a landmark reform in Nigeria’s security framework.
In a statement personally signed by him, Sanwo-Olu described the Senate’s approval as “epochal,” saying the advancement of State Police demonstrates President Tinubu’s commitment to true federalism.
According to the Lagos governor, the proposed State Police structure represents a major step toward strengthening the fight against terrorism, banditry, and other security challenges across the country.
Sanwo-Olu commended Tinubu’s vision and resilience, noting that the establishment of State Police has been a key component of the President’s reform agenda since his tenure as Governor of Lagos State between 1999 and 2007.
“Today is a great day for our country — a day to celebrate the triumph of genuine democratic and developmental ideas over parochial sentiments,” Sanwo-Olu said.
“State Police has been top of mind for President Tinubu since 1999 when he governed Lagos. We are happy to witness its emergence in Nigeria, and all thanks to a leader whose life is defined by service to our nation.”
The governor also praised the Senate for what he described as a historic decision and called on state Houses of Assembly across the federation to support the constitutional amendment by giving it the required approval.
He expressed optimism that the measure would enhance grassroots security and improve the ability of states to respond more effectively to local security threats.
