The Delta State House of Assembly on Wednesday passed the State Community Security Corps Agency Bill, 2025. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the bill is aimed at strengthening community-based security, fostering collaboration with existing security agencies, and addressing issues such as training, funding, and other related concerns. The bill, sponsored by Dr. Isaac Anwuzi (APC – Aniocha South) along with 27 other lawmakers, scaled through its second and third readings during a plenary session presided over by Speaker Dennis Guwor. To fast-track the legislative process, the Majority Leader, Dr. Emeka Nwaobi, moved a motion to suspend House Rule 12, as well as Orders 80, 82, and 83, to allow the Assembly take the third reading and final passage of the bill. The motion was seconded by Deputy Speaker Arthur Akpowowo (APC – Ethiope East) and adopted unanimously through a voice vote. Speaker Guwor noted that once signed into law, the legislation would provide a legal framework for the establishment of the State Security Corps Agency. He explained that the agency would work in support of the police and other security bodies to carry out lawful duties aimed at maintaining peace and order across the state. ”Dear colleagues, Section 14, sub-section (2), paragraph (b) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as altered) provides that: “the security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government ”With the successful passage of the Delta State Community Security Corps Agency Bill, 2025 we have once again demonstrated our unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of our people. ”There cannot be meaningful development without secure and safe environment, ” he said. He added, ”This bill that has been sufficiently debated and passed is a critical step towards strengthening our community security architecture. ”It reflects our collective understanding of the evolving security challenges and our proactive response to ensure that every Deltan can live and work in peace. ”To the sponsors of this bill and indeed every single member of this House, I extend my profound appreciation. ”Your diligence, your incisive contributions during the debates and your dedication to the consideration of the Bill are truly commendable. ”I am optimistic that this bill once signed into law will significantly enhance peace, order and security across all nooks and crannies of our beloved State.”