{
  "id": 16938275,
  "title": "Jigawa Assembly approves state police bill",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/jigawa-assembly-approves-state-police-bill",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-28T17:56:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/28/jigawa-assembly-approves-state-police-bill/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Jigawa State House of Assembly has approved a bill establishing a state police force, aiming to tackle Nigeria's security challenges. Speaker Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin expressed optimism that the proposed security system would provide effective policing. The bill passed unanimously during a plenary session, following weeks of legislative review. Dangyatin explained the delay was due to thorough examination of the bill's provisions before final approval. The Speaker highlighted that officers recruited for state police would possess local knowledge crucial for effective policing. He dismissed concerns about state governors using the police to intimidate or target political opponents, stating it would operate within the law and serve all residents. The Jigawa State government pledged adequate funding for training and equipping officers post-establishment. Dangyatin acknowledged President Bola Tinubu's support for the initiative, describing the Assembly's approval as a significant step towards addressing Nigeria's security issues. The passage signifies completion of Jigawa Assembly's consideration, but actual operations depend on remaining legal and administrative processes.",
  "summary": "The Jigawa State House of Assembly has passed a bill seeking to establish state police following weeks of legislative review. The Speaker, Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, expressed hope that the proposed security system would help Nigeria tackle its growing security challenges. The bill was approved unanimously by lawmakers during a plenary session presided over by the […] Jigawa Assembly approves state…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}