Members of the House of Representatives have provided guarantees to the public that the eventual establishment of state-level police forces will not result in those units serving as private militia for governors. During the 2026 National Assembly Open Week in Abuja, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas explained that the objective of this reform is to bolster local law enforcement while maintaining essential national standards.
Abbas emphasized that the legislature intends to conduct a thorough examination of the state police bill. This process aims to guarantee that the new system improves security across the nation without posing a threat to democratic institutions or legal principles. He described the legislation as a vital constitutional amendment currently under review.
The Speaker highlighted the unique nature of this legislative push, noting that it represents the first instance where a serving President has officially sent an executive bill to the legislature specifically to create state police. Abbas reiterated that the initiative reflects a genuine commitment to security reform, moving beyond mere rhetoric to actual policy implementation.
