CSOs Network Calls for Decentralized Security

A coalition of civil society groups has urged decentralization of Nigeria’s security architecture, arguing that locally anchored structures can improve rapid response and intelligence. They propose clearer roles for sub- national authorities, oversight to prevent abuse, and training tied to human rights standards. The network says community-based policing and stronger inter-agency coordination would build trust and deter crime. They also recommend transparent funding, performance audits, and public feedback mechanisms so reforms deliver measurable safety gains without eroding civil liberties.