Natasha warns on state police abuse
Analysis based on 11 articles · First reported Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026
The event is unlikely to have direct market impact. However, if state police are established with safeguards, it could improve security and business confidence in Nigeria over the long term.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Nigeria — Kogi Central senatorial district, cautioned against potential abuse of state police by state governments during a conference on 'Building a National Consensus for State Police and National Security' organized by Arise News and This Day in Abuja on July 9, 2026. She urged the National Assembly to include strong constitutional safeguards to prevent political manipulation and protect citizens' rights. She also stressed the need for sustainable funding for state police. The conference followed the Senate's passage of a constitutional amendment bill for state police, which was defended by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, who noted broad support after consultations with the Nigeria Governors Forum and other stakeholders.
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