We will safeguard state police from being abused by governors — Senate (opens original article in a new tab)

The Nigerian Senate passed a constitutional amendment to create state police services with federal oversight and safeguards against gubernatorial abuse, aiming to decentralize policing and improve security.

• Senate passes constitutional amendment to establish state police services nationwide with federal oversight
• Bill includes safeguards to prevent governors from abusing state police authority
• Federal Police Service handles federal crimes while State Police enforce state laws