Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State has reiterated his strong support for a single-term tenure for elected leaders and the establishment of state police as part of broader reforms aimed at improving governance and enhancing security across Nigeria.
Speaking during a recent stakeholder engagement, Governor Bago emphasized that a single-term system would reduce political tensions, curb excessive campaign spending, and allow leaders to focus on effective service delivery rather than reelection strategies.
According to him, “Nigeria needs a governance model that prioritizes performance over politics. A single term will give our leaders the freedom to concentrate on real development without the pressure of a second-term bid.”
The Governor also renewed his advocacy for state police, stressing that decentralizing security structures is essential given the country’s persistent security challenges. He noted that state police would enable quicker response times, better intelligence gathering, and stronger community engagement.
“States understand their environments best,” he said. “A state-controlled policing system will bring security operations closer to the people and help tackle local threats more efficiently.”
Governor Bago called on the National Assembly, security stakeholders, and Nigerians across political divides to support the reforms, describing them as necessary steps toward a safer and more stable nation.
The Governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to collaborative governance, improved security, and sustainable development, adding that Niger State remains ready to lead conversations on reforms that will strengthen Nigeria’s democratic institutions.