Nigeria State Police Bill
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Nigeria's House of Representatives is voting on a bill to establish state police forces as a legislative response to worsening insecurity. Lawmakers are set to vote on constitutional amendment bills, including this controversial proposal, which aims to decentralize policing.
State Police: Federal Authorities to Handle National Security, States to Control Local Policing
- Nigeria's National Assembly is advancing a bill to establish state police, a reform debated since 1999. - The proposed constitutional amendment would create distinct Federal and State Police formations with defined responsibilities. - Former Deputy Governor Mukhtari Shagari urged the Senate to approve the reform, warning of escalating insecurity if delayed.
Ondo ready for state police, says Aiyedatiwa
- Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa declared the state's readiness for the establishment of state police, pending federal approval. - Aiyedatiwa stated that existing security structures, including …
Benue governor praises House of Reps for passing state police bill
- Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia praised the House of Representatives for passing a bill to establish state police. - He described the move as a bold step toward strengthening Nigeria's security a…
Nigeria's National Assembly advances state police bill; Tinubu warns terror financiers
- Nigeria's National Assembly advanced a constitutional amendment to decentralize policing powers by establishing state police. - President Bola Tinubu warned terror financiers they would