State Police now imperative – Senator Nwebonyi

Senator Peter Onyekachi Nwebonyi, Deputy Chief Whip of the 10th Nigerian Senate and representative of Ebonyi North Senatorial District, has voiced his support for the proposed implementation of State Police. Nwebonyi, also a member of the Senate Constitution Review Committee, shared his views during an interview with AIT’s program “Inside Parliament” shortly after the plenary session on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, held at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja.

The seasoned lawmaker and senior lawyer emphasized the necessity of establishing state police forces to address the pervasive security challenges across the nation, which have overwhelmed the federal police.

In addition to endorsing the proposed State Police, Senator Nwebonyi reiterated his opposition to the anticipated increase in electricity tariffs. He maintained that considering the current dire economic situation faced by Nigerians, any discussion of tariff hikes reflects a lack of sensitivity.

As the Nigerian representative at the ECOWAS parliament, Senator Nwebonyi urged Nigerians to maintain confidence in the administration of President Bola Tinubu, asserting that the bold economic policies implemented by the administration will soon yield positive results for all citizens.

Furthermore, Senator Nwebonyi expressed optimism about the ongoing constitutional amendment, affirming that it will address governance loopholes. He highlighted the significance of the amendment, particularly in light of the fact that the current constitution was crafted during military rule.

Regarding the 2024 budget, Senator Nwebonyi assured Nigerians that its abundant provisions will soon translate into tangible benefits for the populace. He affirmed that the forthcoming benefits align with the overarching goals of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda.