State Police Is Coming: If Insecurity Persists, Who Should Nigerians Hold Accountable?

Nigeria Daily

Nigeria Daily
State Police Is Coming: If Insecurity Persists, Who Should Nigerians Hold Accountable?
Jun 26, 2026
Daniel Ariyo Oluwole


For many Nigerians, insecurity has become a painful part of everyday life, affecting farmers, traders, parents, and entire communities. 

As momentum builds for the creation of state police, many believe it could strengthen the fight against crime—but a critical question remains: if insecurity persists, who should Nigerians hold accountable? 

Join us in this episode of Nigeria Daily as we examine whether state police is the answer to Nigeria's security challenges and who should bear responsibility if it fails.