Obi Urges Tinubu to Delay State Police Implementation Until After 2027 Polls

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has cautioned against hastily implementing state police before the 2027 elections, arguing that such a move could be exploited to stifle opposition and manipulate electoral processes. This call comes amid growing concerns that the swift establishment of state police might serve political ends rather than genuine security needs. Obi's stance highlights the broader implications for democratic integrity and the potential for state-level power plays in the upcoming elections.