By Austin Oyibode
Senator Ned Nwoko has underscored the urgent need for equitable representation within Nigeria’s security institutions, stressing that inclusivity is fundamental to building national unity, trust, and cohesion.
The Delta North lawmaker made the call during a courtesy visit to the headquarters of the Police Service Commission (PSC) in Abuja on Thursday, where he was warmly received by the Commission’s Chairman, retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, Hashimu Salihu Argungu, and Secretary, Onyemuche Nnamani.
In a statement issued after the meeting, Senator Nwoko emphasized that institutional reforms and inclusive policing were essential for fostering confidence in law enforcement agencies across all regions of the country.
“Fair and balanced representation, especially in the security sector, is not just a constitutional requirement it is a strategic imperative for national harmony,” he stated. “Every part of Nigeria must feel seen, heard, and protected.”
He further noted that the engagement with the PSC leadership was centered on improving community trust in the police through reforms that reflect the country’s diversity in both recruitment and deployment processes.
The Police Service Commission, vested with the responsibility of supervising recruitment, promotions, and disciplinary actions within the Nigeria Police Force, is central to shaping a security framework that reflects national inclusivity.
Senator Nwoko’s advocacy echoes growing national conversations around security sector reform, with calls for transparent, merit-based, and regionally inclusive systems to address long-standing perceptions of imbalance and underrepresentation.
His visit signals a broader legislative interest in deepening public confidence in security institutions through fairness, accountability, and representation
