U.S. Congressman Riley Moore has hailed the Nigerian House of Representatives for advancing the proposed state police framework, describing the move as a major step toward tackling insecurity, protecting vulnerable communities, and addressing the persecution of Christians across the country.
Moore said he had consistently advocated the policy since former U.S. President Donald Trump tasked him with investigating reports of violence against Christians in Nigeria.
According to the lawmaker, he personally raised the issue with Nigeria’s First Lady during her visit to Washington and reiterated the proposal in engagements with several Nigerian delegations.
The congressman argued that empowering states to provide security for their residents is critical to restoring stability and strengthening public safety nationwide.
He also commended President Bola Tinubu for backing the initiative and encouraging its progress through the National Assembly.
“Ensuring states can protect their own citizens is a critical step toward ending the persecution of Christians and the overall instability in Nigeria,” Moore said.
While acknowledging that the establishment of state police forces remains a work in progress, Moore described the House’s approval as a significant milestone and evidence that sustained advocacy efforts are beginning to yield results.
“There’s still a ways to go before state-level police forces will be in place, but this is a sign that all our hard work is paying off,” he added.
