JUST-IN: House of Representatives Passes Bill to Establish State Police
Ademola Busayo 
The House of Representatives has passed a constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police across Nigeria, marking a significant step in the country’s ongoing efforts to reform its security architecture.
The bill was approved during Thursday’s plenary session after lawmakers voted in support of the proposed amendment.
If eventually adopted and signed into law, the legislation will pave the way for state governments to establish and operate their own police forces alongside the existing Nigeria Police Force.
Supporters of the bill argue that state police will enhance security, improve local intelligence gathering, and enable quicker responses to crime and other security challenges at the grassroots level.
However, the proposal has also sparked debate among stakeholders, with concerns raised over the potential misuse of state-controlled police forces by political leaders.
The passage of the bill by the House represents a major milestone in the constitutional amendment process. The proposal is expected to undergo further legislative procedures before becoming law.
More details to follow.
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