Tinubu Scales Constitutional Hurdles for State Police Bill

President Bola Tinubu has taken a significant step towards signing the State Police Bill into law, following the approval of the bill by 28 state houses of assembly, according to Vanguard News. The approval by the state houses of assembly marks a major milestone in the passage of the bill, which has been a long-standing demand of many Nigerians. The bill, which proposes the establishment of a state police force, is expected to enhance security at the state level and reduce the burden on the federal police force. The National Assembly is yet to send the bill to President Tinubu for his assent. It remains to be seen if the President will sign the bill into law or if there will be any objections or reservations from various quarters. However, with the approval by the majority of state houses of assembly, the path towards the establishment of state police appears to be clearing up.