Tinubu Requests Senate Support for Justice, Education Reforms

On Thursday, President Bola Tinubu addressed the Nigerian Senate, seeking legislative action on two significant bills aimed at overhauling Nigeria's criminal justice system and strengthening public senior secondary education. In a separate letter to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Tinubu proposed the repeal of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) of 2015, advocating for the introduction of a new Administration of Criminal Justice Act by 2026.

He explained that the existing law has become inadequate in addressing emerging legal procedures and challenges. The proposed legislation aims to improve the administration of criminal justice, establish a federal court to oversee the implementation of the law, and enhance the efficiency of criminal justice institutions.

Additionally, Tinubu transmitted a bill to amend the National Senior Secondary Education Commission Act, which the federal executive council approved on April 30, 2026. He urged the Senate to expedite the consideration and passage of both bills, emphasizing their importance for national interest.