Nigeria government declares readiness for state police
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Nigeria's President Tinubu and federal government are urging the National Assembly to amend the constitution to allow state police forces. This change aims to decentralize security, giving state governments more control over law enforcement to improve safety. The government emphasizes safeguards to prevent abuse of power by state police units.
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- •President Bola Tinubu publicly supported the creation of state police on February 28, 2026.
- •The federal government stated readiness for state police on February 27, 2026, seeking swift legal approval.
- •Legal experts like Itse Sagay argued that state police would enhance security and that governors can manage them responsibly.
- •Tinubu called on lawmakers to amend the constitution urgently and include measures to prevent misuse of state police powers.
- •The push for state police follows ongoing debates about decentralizing Nigeria's security apparatus to address local challenges.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the National Assembly approves the constitutional amendment state governments will gain authority to establish police forces, potentially improving local security and reducing federal police burdens.
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AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Tinubu restates support for State Police, promises to support lawmakers’ returnAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Tinubu to Reps: Amend Constitution for state police, guard against abuseAFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)Tinubu Pushes Urgent Constitution Amendment for State PoliceAFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)