Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, on Thursday, urged the National Assembly to put in place measures for the commencement of the process of restructuring Nigeria and executing devolution of powers.
Ikpeazu stated that it had become imperative to amend the constitution to devolve powers to the states with respect to security arrangements.
The Abia governor made the call while presenting the state’s position during the South East Zonal Public Hearing of the House of Representatives Special Committee on the Review of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria held in Owerri, Imo State.
Ikpeazu, who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Ude Oko Chukwu, urged the National Assembly to urgently amend the constitution and establish a Federal, State and Local Government Police.
The governor further made a case for constitutional roles for traditional rulers, who, according to him, are closer to the people to enable them perform better for the enhancement of good governance, rapid socio-economic development and provision of peace and security at the grassroots.