State police in Nigeria: Senate pass bill to establish state police
The Nigerian Senate has passed a constitutional amendment bill to establish state-level police forces alongside the existing federal structure. The legislation grants state governors the authority to appoint Commissioners of Police, subject to state assembly confirmation and national standards.
Why it matters
This represents a major shift in Nigeria's security architecture, aiming to decentralize law enforcement to better address local safety concerns while raising questions about potential political misuse.
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