By Charles Pemu 
Asaba, Delta State – Driven by mounting security challenges in parts of the state, the Delta State House of Assembly has introduced a bill aimed at significantly strengthening local intelligence and security through an amendment to the Delta State Community Security Corps Agency Law.
Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, announced the legislative move during a press briefing to mark the State Assembly’s second anniversary. He revealed that the proposed amendment primarily focuses on the recruitment of indigenes familiar with local terrain in each Local Government Area. These recruits would be tasked with assisting conventional law enforcement agencies by providing crucial intelligence and enhancing overall security across the state.
The Speaker confirmed that the bill has already passed its first and second readings and has been subsequently recommitted to a joint committee on Special Bills, and Peace and Security for comprehensive consideration.
Reflecting on the Assembly’s performance, Guwor highlighted the “uncommon diligence and unity of purpose” displayed in their legislative duties over the past session. He noted that the 8th Assembly has successfully received and passed seven out of 16 bills presented – comprising eight Executive Bills and eight Private Member’s Bills. Six of these have already received the Governor’s assent, with one awaiting his signature. These impactful laws, he added, cover vital sectors including education, healthcare, youth empowerment, infrastructure, environmental protection, security, and economic development.
Addressing the sensitive issue of wards delineation in the Warri Federal Constituency, Speaker Guwor urged all parties to exercise restraint, embrace dialogue, and demonstrate maturity. He stressed that relevant Federal Government agencies are handling the matter, emphasizing, “Let us give peace a chance. Surely, peace is not weakness, it is strength guided by wisdom. Whether you are Ijaw, Itsekiri or Urhobo, our unity remains our strength.