Nigerian lawmakers want new agency to tackle proliferation of small arms
A bill for the establishment of the national commission against the proliferation of small arms and light weapons passed second reading on Wednesday.
On Tuesday, during the lead debate, the sponsor of the bill, Smart Adeyemi , highlighted the objectives of the bill which include, “ identify sources and main routes of small arms, ammunition and light weapon; identify why illicit trade thrives in Nigeria; liaise with the relevant authorities, agencies and organisations with the aim of tackling the menace.”
“Ensure prosecution of all smugglers of illegal weapons and goods caught; Help to disrupt and dismantle these organisations, and enhance counter intelligence by sniffing out illegal routes of smuggling.” Mr Adeyemi further gave a projection of expenditure upon the establishment of the commission in the first year.Projected Recurrent Expenditure – N64,744,000.00Commencement of the Board – N521, 920, 123.36.
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