Nigeria House adopts Tinubu state police bill
Analysis based on 17 articles · First reported Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026
The shift signals increased political will for security reform, potentially boosting investor confidence in Nigeria's ability to address insecurity. However, the legislative process remains lengthy and uncertain, limiting immediate market impact.
The House of Representatives of Nigeria withdrew its own constitutional amendment bill to establish state police and instead adopted an executive bill transmitted by President Bola Tinubu. The decision was announced by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas during the 2026 National Assembly Open Week. The executive bill, developed by a committee chaired by Femi Gbajabiamila, is described as more robust and comprehensive. The House gave the bill first and second readings and referred it to the Committee on Constitutional Review. The move effectively halts the House's earlier proposal and dissolves the conference committee set up to reconcile differences with the Senate. The bill aims to create a dual policing structure to address Nigeria's security challenges, with safeguards against abuse by state governors. The amendment requires approval by two-thirds of both chambers and ratification by at least 24 state legislatures.
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