Tinubu Sends State Police Amendment Bill to Senate

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has transmitted a state police amendment bill to the Senate, marking a significant step towards comprehensive security reform in Nigeria's democratic history. The proposed legislation seeks to amend relevant provisions of the 1999 Constitution to provide a legal framework for the creation and operation of state police across the federation.

This initiative comes amid increasing concerns over insecurity and a renewed call for the decentralization of police power, enabling state governments to take a more active role in protecting lives and property within their jurisdictions. President Tinubu has consistently advocated for constitutional reforms to accommodate state police, arguing that current security challenges require greater collaboration between federal and state governments.

In February, he urged the National Assembly to amend the Constitution to allow for the establishment of state police, describing it as a critical measure to tackle terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and violent crime. The Senate is expected to consider this bill alongside other security-related measures during its upcoming plenary session.