President of Global Peace Movement International, Dr. Mike Uyi, and Chairman of International Watchers, Dr. Olusegun Ademola, have hailed President Bola Tinubu for transmitting the Constitution Alteration Bill seeking the establishment of state police to the Senate, describing the move as a courageous and decisive step towards restructuring Nigeria's security architecture.

In a joint statement issued on Tuesday, the two Nigerian diaspora leaders said the proposed creation of state police represents one of the most significant security reforms in the country's democratic history and demonstrates President Tinubu's commitment to addressing the nation's persistent security challenges.

They noted that the centralised policing system has, over the years, struggled to effectively respond to the peculiar security realities of Nigeria's diverse communities, stressing that state policing would bring law enforcement closer to the people and enhance intelligence gathering.

According to them, state police would improve community policing, ensure faster response to security threats, create greater accountability in law enforcement, and enable states to develop security strategies tailored to their unique challenges.

"State police will deepen collaboration between communities and security agencies, improve local intelligence networks, and provide a more proactive approach to combating crimes such as kidnapping, banditry, armed robbery, and communal conflicts. It is a practical solution whose time has come," the statement said.

Dr. Uyi and Dr. Ademola further commended the President for demonstrating political courage in pursuing constitutional reforms aimed at safeguarding lives and property, saying the initiative reflects visionary leadership and a genuine desire to strengthen Nigeria's federal system.

The diaspora leaders also praised the Senate, under the leadership of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, for its proactive disposition towards the constitutional amendment process.

They urged lawmakers to expedite legislative action on the bill, arguing that the urgency of Nigeria's security challenges demands swift and patriotic action from the National Assembly.

"We commend Senate President Godswill Akpabio and members of the Senate for their readiness to consider the bill. This is a defining moment for the country, and we urge the National Assembly to fast-track the amendment process to give Nigerians a more effective and responsive policing system," they said.

The diaspora leaders also commended the Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Dr. Allen Onyema, for once again demonstrating exceptional patriotism and compassion through his decision to assist in the repatriation of stranded Nigerians from South Africa at a subsidised rate for the Federal Government. They described the gesture as a remarkable demonstration of corporate citizenship and selfless commitment to the welfare of Nigerians irrespective of their location.

Dr. Uyi and Dr. Ademola said Dr. Onyema has consistently distinguished himself as a business leader whose investments transcend profit-making to embrace humanitarian interventions and nation-building. They noted that his readiness to support government efforts in evacuating distressed citizens from abroad reflects the highest ideals of leadership and philanthropy, urging other captains of industry to emulate his exemplary dedication to national service and the protection of Nigerian lives.

The duo expressed optimism that the establishment of state police would significantly strengthen Nigeria's security framework, promote peace and stability, and accelerate national development by creating safer communities across the federation.