Recently among Nigerians, the subject of discussion is the establishment of state police in the country. This subject currently on the front burner, has divided Nigerians into two major groups, those that support its establishment and those that don't. These two groups always confront each other with aggressive points like Gladiators on a Entertainment Arena. The groups are frequently seen in our newspaper stands, workplaces and even in the three tiers of Government each championing the Merits and Demerits of it.
But the issue is, will the establishment of State Police be a final solution to the increasing crime rate and terrorism that is plaguing the land or will its establishment further worsen it?
Its supporters see it as a means of curbing the high rate of unemployment, that is terrorizing the Nation with impunity . They also see it as a means of providing employment to able bodied youths in need of jobs and as a means of combating crime and terrorism. They feel that Police troops will be able and ready in fighting Criminals and terrorists with fastness and accuracy with State Police
Those that doesn't support it see it as a means of the State Police being used as political thugs during elections.They feel we are not yet matured to have one. But the issue is, will the establishment of State police give us the peace we need or destabilize us?It is like a puzzle without a solution at present. It is only time that will tell us whether we are matured for it or not.
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