The Nigerian Senate has passed a constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police across the country, marking a significant step in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to reform its security architecture.
Lawmakers approved the bill during plenary on Wednesday after deliberations on a series of constitutional amendment proposals aimed at strengthening governance and addressing security challenges nationwide.
The passage of the legislation is considered a major milestone in the long-standing debate over the decentralisation of policing powers, with supporters arguing that state-controlled police forces will improve local security and enhance rapid response to crime.
The development follows years of discussions by political leaders, security experts, and stakeholders who have advocated for state police as a solution to rising insecurity in various parts of the country.
Further details on the provisions of the bill and the next steps in the constitutional amendment process are expected to emerge.
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