The Nigerian Senate passed President Bola Tinubu's State Police Bill, aiming to decentralize policing by allowing states to establish their own police services while retaining federal oversight. This marks a significant shift in Nigeria's security framework.
The Nigerian Senate passed the State Police Bill, allowing state governors to appoint police commissioners, subject to state assembly confirmation. The bill aims to decentralize policing and enhance security, addressing concerns about potential abuse of power.
The Nigerian Senate passed a bill to establish state police, marking a significant shift in the country's security architecture. The bill introduces a dual police model, allowing state police to operate alongside federal police, with provisions for oversight and safeguards agains
