The Imo State House of Assembly has amended the Imo State Security Organisation (IMSO) Law No. 2 of 2021 aimed at reorganising and strengthening the security architecture of the state.
This was the outcome of the House Plenary activity on Tuesday and was unveiled to journalists on Thursday.
The bill, introduced as an executive bill, was presented by the majority leader and member representing the Owerri-West State Constituency, Hon Chief Kanayo Onyemaechi, and successfully passed through the first, second, and third readings.
During the Second Reading, the Majority Leader said that the ongoing security issues within the state necessitated a reevaluation of the Imo State Security Organisation Law No. 2 of 2021.
He noted that the proposed One-Line Amendment aimed to incorporate the VIGILANTE GROUP into the revised law, which had not been included in the Original or Principal Law of 2021.
The amendment known as the ‘Imo State Security Organisation (IMSO) Amendment Law’ introduces a new subsection 5 to section 6 of the Principal Law, which authorises all Autonomous Communities within the State to establish Vigilante Groups.
Onyemaechi elaborated that this legislation mandates each Autonomous Community to form a Vigilante Group, which will address security issues and foster collaboration among Traditional Rulers, President Generals, and community leaders to effectively combat insecurity.
Additionally, Hon. Kanayo Onyemaechi praised the State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, for prioritising the safety of lives and property in the State and stated the governor understands the requirements for tackling insecurity and has consistently worked towards achieving a state of zero security threats.