Nigeria’s State Police Bill clears crucial 28-State hurdle
The reform would allow the creation of state-controlled police forces in Nigeria.
Nigeria's State Police Bill has gained significant traction after receiving approval from 28 state legislatures, surpassing the 24-state threshold required for constitutional amendment. The reform, which would decentralize policing powers from the federal government to state-controlled forces, marks a major shift in Nigeria's security framework.
National Assembly clerk Kamoru Ogunlana confirmed the validity of the approvals and accompanying legislative records. With President Bola Tinubu set to give his assent, the bill is now poised to become law, potentially enhancing local security responses in the country.
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