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The Senate is set to debate and vote on a landmark constitutional amendment seeking the establishment of State Police Services after President Bola Tinubu formally transmitted the bill to the National Assembly. Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged lawmakers to ensure full attendance for what could become one of the most significant constitutional reforms in Nigeria’s democratic history. The proposal comes amid growing calls from governors for greater authority over security operations and guaranteed funding for state policing structures.
Retired military and police chiefs have largely endorsed the initiative, arguing that decentralised policing could improve intelligence gathering, community security, and rapid response to local threats. However, they stressed the need for strong oversight mechanisms to prevent political interference, abuse of power, and politically motivated prosecutions. While supporters maintain that state police would strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture and reduce dependence on federal authorities, critics insist that adequate checks and balances must be embedded in the framework before implementation. The debate is expected to shape the future of policing and internal security across the federation.
