The Nigerian Senate has given an assurance that legislation to establish state police will be enacted before the end of the year, following the approval of the bill by 24 states. According to reports by Punch Newspapers, this development comes after the passage of the bill by the House of Representatives earlier this year. The Senate’s commitment to the bill is seen as a significant step towards addressing security concerns in the country. However, the success of the legislation will depend on the support it receives from state governors and the presidency. It is worth noting that the establishment of state police has been a contentious issue in Nigeria, with concerns raised about its potential to deepen ethnic and regional tensions. The bill, if passed, will provide state governors with the power to appoint and dismiss state police commissioners, as well as control the operational budget of the state police forces.
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