Reform of National Assembly’s Security and Enhancement of Powers of the Sergeants-at-Arms

Security at the National Assembly is of serious national concern. The National Assembly is a symbol of the people’s power and its security needs to be truly assured. At the present time, there is a multiplicity and existence of various security agencies in the National Assembly. This leaves the National Assembly open to security challenges. In collaboration with the House of Representatives, the Senate will do the following:

1. 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
2. Ensure the Sergeants-at-Arms personnel receive regular training on security protocols, threat assessment, and crisis management.
3. Invest in modern security equipment such as surveillance cameras, metal detectors, and access control systems.
4. Define clear emergency protocols for intruders, bomb threats, or natural disasters.
5. Provide a sufficient budget for adequate security of the National Assembly.