Tag: State Police

House of Representatives Advances State Police Bill to Second Reading

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In a significant legislative development, the House of Representatives has given a nod for the second reading of a bill aimed at establishing state police. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Honorable Banjamin Kalu, forms part of a broader constitutional alteration initiative. The key provision seeks to relocate the police force from the Exclusive Legislative List to the Concurrent Legislative List. This strategic move effectively grants states the authority to independently manage and control their respective police forces. During the plenary session, Honorable Tolani Shagaya led the debate on the bill,…

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Federal Government and Governors Deliberate Creation of State Police to Tackle Insecurity

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In response to the escalating security challenges gripping the nation, the Federal Government, in collaboration with state governors, is actively considering the implementation of a state police system to address the surging insecurity across Nigeria. This critical consideration emerged during deliberations between President Bola Tinubu and state governors, where the urgent need for a comprehensive strategy to counteract the prevailing security threats was underscored. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, revealed this pivotal development while addressing State House reporters at the Presidential Villa in Abuja following the high-level…

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