National News
State Police: National Policing Bill to be presented to Tinubu September 3 — Gbajabiamila
The Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill has announced that the proposed Executive Bill for the implementation of state police will be presented to President Bola Tinubu on September 3, 2026.
The disclosure was made on Monday by the Chairman of the Working Group and Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, after the committee’s inaugural meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
The working group was inaugurated by President Tinubu in July to develop the legal framework for establishing state police across Nigeria.
Gbajabiamila explained that after the bill is submitted to the President and receives his approval, the government will conduct a nationwide consultation on the draft before forwarding it to the National Assembly.
He also invited Nigerians and relevant stakeholders to submit memoranda, position papers and practical proposals to enrich the proposed legislation.
According to him, the consultation process will enable citizens to examine and contribute to the bill’s provisions, including safeguards, funding mechanisms and transition arrangements.
“The approved work programme is a seven-week, milestone-driven exercise running from July 27 to September 14, 2026.
“The resulting Executive Bill package is scheduled for presentation to the President on September 3.
“Subject to his approval, a national consultation on the completed draft will follow, after which the text and supporting materials will be revised and prepared for formal transmission to the National Assembly.
“The timetable is demanding, but it is not a shortcut,” Gbajabiamila said.
The proposed National Policing Bill is expected to provide the legal and operational framework for the implementation of state police, covering issues such as administration, funding, recruitment, oversight, accountability and coordination between federal and state policing institutions.
Follow Us on Google Discover
Former Kogi Gov Ibrahim Idris dies in UK
NDLEA seizes N3.4bn drugs, nab fake cop, mechanic
Falconets crash out of 2026 U-20 Women’s World Cup after 1-0 loss to Colombia
BREAKING: Tinubu confirms absence from 81st UN General Assembly in New York, directs Shettima to lead Nigerian delegation
2027: ‘Obi will defeat Tinubu by a wider margin in Lagos’ — NDC
NDC disowns OK Movement campaign council, refers John Ugulu for discipline
Raphinha set to sign new Barcelona contract until 2030
Four Nigerians receive UNGA Humanitarian, Goodwill Ambassador honours in New York
‘We Won’t Go Back to Egypt’ — Showunmi rejects Atiku’s petrol subsidy proposal
NSCDC names new Niger commandant following death of miners in custody
ECOWAS court set to hold 2026 international conference in Dakar
Nigerians already seeing reductions in transport fares – Tinubu
PL: Brighton thrash Arsenal 3-0, end Gunners’ winning run
Sowore as best president Nigeria refuses to have: by Farooq A. Kperogi
‘Before lecturing Tinubu, you must answer questions from your past’ — Presidency to Atiku
BREAKING: Court of Appeal overturns Lokoja ruling, upholds NDC’s registration
Nigerians already seeing reductions in transport fares – Tinubu
Tinubu may shun UN General Assembly in New York – Fresh details emerge
BREAKING: Tinubu confirms absence from 81st UN General Assembly in New York, directs Shettima to lead Nigerian delegation
Soludo pardons native doctor Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, appoints him Youth Reformation Ambassador
‘Atiku unfit to rule Nigeria’ — APC Campaign Council Cites $500,000 Mambilla Arbitration
‘Before lecturing Tinubu, you must answer questions from your past’ — Presidency to Atiku
Deji Adeyanju, Buhari others appointed as FG constitutes committee to probe NSCDC custody deaths (Full List)
‘We Won’t Go Back to Egypt’ — Showunmi rejects Atiku’s petrol subsidy proposal
‘The Site Belongs To Babangida’ – Survivor links deaths of miners in NSCDC custody to ex-Military Ruler
PL: Brighton thrash Arsenal 3-0, end Gunners’ winning run
Anambra Debt Row: Expect more Peter Obi’s records in coming days – Presidency
Why EFCC must prosecute Atiku – Agbonayinma
Four Nigerians receive UNGA Humanitarian, Goodwill Ambassador honours in New York
