Reps Adopt Tinubu's State Police Bill, Withdraw Own

The House of Representatives of Nigeria has decided to withdraw its previously proposed state police bill and adopt a version presented by President Bola Tinubu. Speaker Tajudeen Abba announced this decision on Tuesday during the opening of the 2026 National Assembly week in Abuja.

This move signifies a major shift in the ongoing constitutional amendment process aimed at enhancing the nation’s security architecture. The House had initially passed its own version of the state police bill, but the adoption of the executive's proposal halts plans to harmonize the House and Senate versions.

The President's bill is described as a robust and comprehensive version, incorporating additional safeguards. Abba assured that the legislative process would include public input and scrutiny, addressing concerns about transparency.

The bill aims to establish a dual police structure to better address Nigeria's evolving security challenges, with a focus on protecting citizens' rights and ensuring accountability within state police forces.