Vice President Kashim Shettima is at the moment presiding over the Nationwide {Economic} Council (NEC) assembly.
In line with sources, the problem of state police is anticipated to take centre stage within the assembly, as that is the primary NEC assembly since President Bola Tinubu renewed requires decentralised policing to deal with Nigeria’s worsening insecurity.
The session, which started at 11:30 am within the council chambers of the State Home, Abuja, opened with prayers led by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta, earlier than individuals moved right into a closed-door assembly.
The NEC, a constitutional advisory physique chaired by the Vice-President, includes the 36 state governors, the Central {Bank} of Nogeria governor, and key ministers.
Though primarily tasked with coordinating {economic} coverage, the council’s agenda typically extends to broader governance points, together with safety.