Federalism

President Bola Tinubu has formally transmitted the State Police Bill to the House of Representatives, urging prompt legislative action, as lawmakers rescind a prior vote and initiate fresh deliberations on the proposal.

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has called for the establishment of state police forces, arguing that empowering governors as chief security officers is key to addressing Nigeria’s insecurity challenges.

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia confirms full autonomy for all 23 local government councils, crediting the development as a relief to state-level governance and aligning with President Tinubu’s broader reform agenda.

Anambra Governor Soludo and Senate leader Bamidele weigh in on the state police debate, with consensus shifting from 'if' to 'how'—but funding remains a critical hurdle.

The Centre for Crisis Communication has called on Nigerian state legislatures and stakeholders to accelerate the establishment of state police forces, citing worsening insecurity and the need for localized security responses.

Nigeria's push for state police forces has reached a critical stage following the Senate's passage of the State Police Bill, sparking debate over federalism and constitutional authority.

The chief judge of Taraba State has publicly supported President Bola Tinubu's push for state police, citing rising criminality, as media analysis underscores the proposal's significance for Nigeria's federal future.