National Assembly to Establish Accountable State Police

Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (Ekiti Central), the Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee reviewing the 1999 Constitution, announced that the National Assembly is commencing work on a decentralized police system designed to institutionalize accountability and prevent abuse by political actors. This initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration's commitment to addressing Nigeria's security challenges through innovative strategies.

Bamidele emphasized the importance of devolving police powers to sub-national authorities to ensure effective governance, particularly in remote communities. The proposed framework will incorporate strict accountability mechanisms to discourage impunity and protect fundamental human rights.

Bamidele also reflected on Tinubu's leadership, describing him as a statesman dedicated to national development. The reforms, although challenging, are expected to yield positive outcomes and align Nigeria's security framework with global best practices.