Speaker Abbas Says State Police Bill Has Built-in Safeguards Against Abuse
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has defended the proposed State Police Bill, assuring Nigerians that it includes strong constitutional checks to stop governors or political figures from misusing state police as private armies. Under the draft amendment, appointments and removals of state police commissioners will require recommendations from the National Police Council, confirmation by the State Assembly, and a two-thirds legislative vote for removal based on proven misconduct. The bill also empowers the Federal Police to step in temporarily if a state force is compromised, with strict written notice to the governor and National Assembly and subject to court oversight. States must meet federal standards and pass enabling laws before their police services begin operations. The Federal Police Service retains responsibility for terrorism, border security, federal offences and the FCT, while state forces focus on local law and order.
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