House of Reps to Debate Police Overhaul Bill Tuesday

The House of Representatives is set to reconvene on Tuesday to commence debates on an executive bill that seeks to overhaul Nigeria's police architecture. This bill aims to empower state governors to appoint police commissions, subject to confirmation by state houses of assembly.

The agenda for the fourth legislative year also includes the Electoral Act amendment bill, which specifically addresses independent candidacy, and a special reserved seat for women bill. Additionally, there are 40 constitutional amendments proposed.

The chairman of the House Committee on Rules and Business, Hon. Francis Waive, indicated that the bill on state police will be considered during this session. The House has introduced a total of 484 bills in the current legislative year, with 31 being executive bills and 391 sponsored by private members.

The legislative activities span from June 2025 to June 2026, marking the end of the 10th assembly.