Reform of National Assembly Security/Sergeant-At-Arms
The Sergeant-at-Arms is typically responsible for maintaining order and security within the parliament or legislative Assembly The SAA will be recognised as the National Assembly’s official and primary security outfit, with other security agencies to assist when and where necessary This will require reforming and strengthening it to provide effective security for the Assembly The House undertakes to do the following:
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- Review and revise the current duties and responsibilities of the SAA to specifically include aspects of law enforcement, security and emergency preparedness The National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) Act (2014) grants the SAA the powers, privileges and immunities of the police within the precinct of NASS
- Ensure the Sergeant at Arms personnel receive regular training on security protocols, threat assessment, and crisis management
- Invest in modern security equipment such as surveillance cameras, metal detectors, and access control systems
- Define clear emergency protocols for intruders, bomb threats, or natural disasters
- Provide a sufficient budget for the necessary upgrades in technology, staffing, and training.