President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has transmitted the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) State Police Bill, 2026, to the Senate, seeking speedy consideration of the proposed legislation aimed at establishing state police services across the country.

The President’s request was conveyed in a letter read on the Senate floor on Tuesday by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

Tinubu said the bill seeks to amend the 1999 Constitution to create a legal framework for the establishment of state police, describing it as a key component of his administration’s efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture and tackle evolving security challenges.

According to the President, the proposal builds on previous work carried out by both chambers of the National Assembly and includes safeguards to ensure the effective operation of a dual policing structure.

Responding, Akpabio commended the Senate Committee on Constitution Review, chaired by Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, for its extensive work on the proposal, noting that state policing could help communities identify and report security threats more effectively.

He expressed optimism that the reform would contribute to addressing insecurity across the country and offer hope to victims and families affected by criminal activities.

Following the presentation, the Senate referred the bill to the Constitution Review Committee and directed it to submit its report on Wednesday for further legislative action.