Reps approve State Police Bill as 289 lawmakers vote in favour

Thenationonlineng | 12-06-2026 03:28am |

The House of Representatives has successfully passed a constitutional amendment bill aimed at establishing state police in Nigeria. During the voting process, an impressive 289 lawmakers expressed their support for the bill, while only four members opposed it. The voting was conducted via a show of hands, reflecting a significant consensus among the representatives on the need for state-level policing. This legislative move marks a notable step towards decentralizing law enforcement in the country.

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