Ondo State Police Establishment Bill

The Ondo State House of Assembly has approved a bill to establish state police, aiming to enhance security and address local crime issues. The bill passed with a two-thirds majority and will be sent to the National Assembly for further consideration.

The Senate has committed to enacting legislation for state police in Nigeria by year-end, following the constitutional amendment approval by 24 state Houses of Assembly. The Ondo State House of Assembly passed the necessary bill, with the National Assembly prioritizing its review

The Ondo State House of Assembly has endorsed a constitutional amendment to establish state police in Nigeria, aiming to enhance security for farmers and improve community-based crime prevention.