President Bola Tinubu has transmitted a constitution alteration bill to the Senate seeking the establishment of state police as part of efforts to reform Nigeria’s security architecture.
The proposed legislation, contained in a communication dated June 15, 2026, was read during plenary today by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.
According to the president, the bill is designed to provide a legal framework for a dual policing structure in Nigeria, allowing states to establish and operate their own police services alongside the federal police.
He said the proposed amendment is a critical component of ongoing efforts to reorganise the country’s policing system to enhance security and better protect citizens. He noted that communities, municipalities, and local government areas would play more active roles in policing responsibilities under the new arrangement.
Following the presentation, Akpabio referred the bill to the Senate committee on constitutional review with a directive to report back on Wednesday.
