ABUJA: The Senate, on Wednesday, at plenary, paid glowing tributes to the late former Inspector-General of Police, Dr. Solomon Arase, who passed away on August 31 at the age of 69.
This followed the adoption of a Point of Order raised by Senator Neda Imasuen (APC–Edo), citing Order 42 of the Senate Standing Rules (Personal Explanation).
Imasuen, in his personal explanation, expressed deep sadness over Arase’s death, describing him as a professional police officer and a man of integrity.
“During his tenure, he championed intelligence-led policing, deepened community engagement, introduced reforms, and strengthened counter-terrorism strategies.
“Following his retirement, Arase was appointed Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), where he upheld the principles of merit, fairness, and accountability in recruitment, promotion, and discipline within the force,” he said.
The senator described the late Arase as a legal practitioner, researcher, and author of scholarly works on law, security, and human rights.
He further noted that the late IGP mentored a generation of police officers and scholars who continued to benefit from his leadership and wisdom.
Imasuen urged the Senate to extend condolences to his family, the Nigeria Police Force, the Police Service Commission, and the government and people of Edo State.
He also called on the Federal Government to immortalise him by naming a national security institution or police training facility after him in recognition of his outstanding service and enduring legacy.
Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin (APC–Kano), who presided over the plenary, acknowledged Arase’s record of service, describing him as a patriot, reformer, and distinguished officer whose life epitomised duty, honour, and service.
He said that under Arase’s watch, the 2015 general election was widely adjudged free, fair, and peaceful, particularly in terms of security management.
“The best we can do now is to pray for the peaceful repose of his soul,” he said.
