Tinubu sends state police amendment bill to Senate (opens original article in a new tab)

President Tinubu sent a bill to the Senate to establish state police in Nigeria, aiming to improve security through community involvement. The Senate paused proceedings to mourn a deceased lawmaker.

• President Tinubu forwarded the State Police Constitution Amendment Bill to the Senate for establishing state police in Nigeria.
• Senate President Akpabio called the proposal a landmark initiative to enhance security and community participation in law enforcement.
• The Senate postponed further deliberation on the bill to mourn the death of House of Reps member Yaya Tongo.