Senate Confirms State Police Bill Progress During Recess

The Senate of Nigeria has confirmed that the harmonisation of the State Police Bill will proceed despite the National Assembly's annual recess, which lasts until September 14. Yemi Adaramodu, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Publicity, stated that legislative committees will remain active to expedite the constitutional amendment process.

The State Police Bill has gained significant momentum, having passed both chambers of the National Assembly and received support from various stakeholders, including governors and state legislatures. Adaramodu emphasized that the bill is treated as an urgent matter due to its popularity among Nigerians.

The responsibility for the harmonisation process lies with the Constitution Review Committee, chaired by Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin. Adaramodu expressed confidence that the harmonisation would be completed before the recess ends, highlighting the bill's importance in the ongoing national discourse regarding security reforms in Nigeria.