Reps fast-track Tinubu’s state police bill, signals adoption of senate amendments
By Gift ChapiOdekina The House of Representatives has begun clause-by-clause consideration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s executive bill seeking the establishment of state police, with lawmakers indicating they may adopt the Senate-passed version of the legislation with only minor adjustments.
The consideration of the executive state police bill marks a significant step in the ongoing constitutional amendment process as lawmakers seek to establish a constitutionally backed multi-tier policing system aimed at improving internal security across the federation.
However, following the introduction of an executive bill by the president, that decision was reversed by the House on the 14th of July to enable consideration of the executive bill coming from the commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces,” Kalu said.
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