June 11, 2026
By Gift Chapi-Odekina, Abuja
The House of Representatives is set to vote on a key constitutional amendment bill seeking the creation of state police, as part of renewed legislative efforts to address Nigeria’s worsening security challenges.
House leaders confirmed in Abuja on the eve of the decisive plenary session that the proposed reform has gained significant momentum within the ongoing constitutional review process, with lawmakers expressing optimism that it could secure approval.
Speaking on behalf of the House leadership, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu said the legislature is committed to using constitutional tools to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture, noting that the current centralised policing structure has become inadequate in responding to emerging threats across the country.
