Nigeria unveils National Policing Bill roadmap
Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Aug 03, 2026 · Last updated Aug 04, 2026
The reform could improve Nigeria's security environment, potentially boosting investor confidence and economic activity in affected regions. However, implementation risks and political tensions may create short-term uncertainty.
The Presidential Working Group on the proposed National Policing Bill, chaired by Femi Gbajabiamila, has invited Nigerians to submit memoranda and policy proposals as part of efforts to establish a legal and operational framework for state policing. The Working Group is reviewing the Police Act 2020, the Nigeria — Police Service Commission framework, and other relevant laws. The proposed framework will set national minimum standards, define state readiness, ensure oversight, and guarantee sustainable funding. The Working Group adopted a seven-week work programme from July 27 to September 14, 2026, with the draft Executive Bill scheduled for presentation to President Bola Tinubu on September 3, 2026. The call for memoranda will run for two weeks. The initiative follows the passage of constitutional amendment bills by the Senate and House of Representatives to establish state police. Supporters argue it will improve security responses, while critics worry about political abuse. Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi assured that the bill will prevent political persecution. The push comes amid rising insecurity, with SBM Intelligence reporting 5,091 deaths from violence in Q2 2026.
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