National Assembly Transmits State Police Bill to 36 State Assemblies

The National Assembly has transmitted the Constitution Alteration Bill seeking the establishment of State Police Services to the 36 State Houses of Assembly for consideration and approval.

The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, saying the bill had been formally transmitted to the state legislatures for consideration.

According to Ogunlana, the National Assembly expects the State Houses of Assembly to consider the proposed constitutional amendment expeditiously and communicate their resolutions within 30 days of receiving the bill.

He, however, clarified that the 30-day period is an administrative timeframe set by the National Assembly and does not constitute a constitutional deadline.

The National Assembly acknowledged the constitutional responsibility and independence of the State Houses of Assembly in considering the proposed amendment.

Under the provisions governing constitutional amendments, a bill seeking to alter the Constitution must be approved by at least two-thirds of the 36 State Houses of Assembly before the process can be concluded.

The State Police Bill was earlier passed by both chambers of the National Assembly, marking a significant step in the proposed reform of Nigeria’s policing structure amid persistent security challenges.

The National Assembly said it would proceed with the next stage of the constitutional amendment process after receiving the resolutions of the State Houses of Assembly.

It reaffirmed its commitment to due process, institutional cooperation and strict compliance with the provisions of the Constitution throughout the process.