In a significant move towards decentralization of the Nigerian police force, the Lagos State House of Assembly has passed a bill seeking full autonomy for states to establish and maintain their own police forces.
According to reports from Nigeria Lagos on Google News, the bill, known as the State Police Bill, was passed on October 28, 2026. The bill, if signed into law, would give states the power to create and maintain their own police forces, a move that is expected to enhance security at the local level.
Senate President Ahmad Lawan, who spoke on the matter, expressed optimism about the decentralization of policing in Nigeria. He stated that 30 states have already endorsed the constitution amendment for state police, according to THISDAYLIVE.
The move towards state police is seen as a response to the growing insecurity across the country, with many stating that the current centralized policing system is ineffective in addressing the security challenges faced by various regions.
The Lagos State Government has also shown a commitment towards ending harmful child practices. According to a separate report from Nigeria Lagos on Google News, the government seeks to end practices like female genital mutilation and child marriage.
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