As the proposed State Police Bill awaits ratification by at least 24 state Houses of Assembly, the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, has highlighted 10 key provisions that could reshape policing in Nigeria if the legislation eventually becomes law.PUNCH Online reports that the bill, which is still subject to further constitutional processes, is aimed at decentralising policing to tackle insecurity more effectively.Here are 10 major highlights of the proposed legislation:1. Nigeria Police Force becomes Nigeria Police ServiceThe bill proposes changing the name from the Nigeria Police Force to the Nigeria Police Service, replacing the word “Force” with “Service” to reflect a shift towards a more civilian-focused and community-oriented policing model.2. State police officially establishedFor the first time, each of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory would have the power to establish and control its own police service, operating alongside the Federal Police Service.3. Police Council restructuredThe Nigeria Police Council would be reconstituted to include the President, all state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission and the Inspector-General of Police.The council would oversee the Federal Police Service, advise on the appointment of the Inspector-General, review national policing policies and promote cooperation between federal and state police.4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. PUNCH Online reports that the bill, which is still subject to further constitutional processes, is aimed at decentralising policing to tackle insecurity more effectively.Here are 10 major highlights of the proposed legislation:1. Nigeria Police Force becomes Nigeria Police ServiceThe bill proposes changing the name from the Nigeria Police Force to the Nigeria Police Service, replacing the word “Force” with “Service” to reflect a shift towards a more civilian-focused and community-oriented policing model.2. State police officially establishedFor the first time, each of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory would have the power to establish and control its own police service, operating alongside the Federal Police Service.3. Police Council restructuredThe Nigeria Police Council would be reconstituted to include the President, all state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission and the Inspector-General of Police.The council would oversee the Federal Police Service, advise on the appointment of the Inspector-General, review national policing policies and promote cooperation between federal and state police.4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. Here are 10 major highlights of the proposed legislation:1. Nigeria Police Force becomes Nigeria Police ServiceThe bill proposes changing the name from the Nigeria Police Force to the Nigeria Police Service, replacing the word “Force” with “Service” to reflect a shift towards a more civilian-focused and community-oriented policing model.2. State police officially establishedFor the first time, each of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory would have the power to establish and control its own police service, operating alongside the Federal Police Service.3. Police Council restructuredThe Nigeria Police Council would be reconstituted to include the President, all state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission and the Inspector-General of Police.The council would oversee the Federal Police Service, advise on the appointment of the Inspector-General, review national policing policies and promote cooperation between federal and state police.4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. 1. Nigeria Police Force becomes Nigeria Police ServiceThe bill proposes changing the name from the Nigeria Police Force to the Nigeria Police Service, replacing the word “Force” with “Service” to reflect a shift towards a more civilian-focused and community-oriented policing model.2. State police officially establishedFor the first time, each of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory would have the power to establish and control its own police service, operating alongside the Federal Police Service.3. Police Council restructuredThe Nigeria Police Council would be reconstituted to include the President, all state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission and the Inspector-General of Police.The council would oversee the Federal Police Service, advise on the appointment of the Inspector-General, review national policing policies and promote cooperation between federal and state police.4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. The bill proposes changing the name from the Nigeria Police Force to the Nigeria Police Service, replacing the word “Force” with “Service” to reflect a shift towards a more civilian-focused and community-oriented policing model.2. State police officially establishedFor the first time, each of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory would have the power to establish and control its own police service, operating alongside the Federal Police Service.3. Police Council restructuredThe Nigeria Police Council would be reconstituted to include the President, all state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission and the Inspector-General of Police.The council would oversee the Federal Police Service, advise on the appointment of the Inspector-General, review national policing policies and promote cooperation between federal and state police.4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. 2. State police officially establishedFor the first time, each of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory would have the power to establish and control its own police service, operating alongside the Federal Police Service.3. Police Council restructuredThe Nigeria Police Council would be reconstituted to include the President, all state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission and the Inspector-General of Police.The council would oversee the Federal Police Service, advise on the appointment of the Inspector-General, review national policing policies and promote cooperation between federal and state police.4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. For the first time, each of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory would have the power to establish and control its own police service, operating alongside the Federal Police Service.3. Police Council restructuredThe Nigeria Police Council would be reconstituted to include the President, all state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission and the Inspector-General of Police.The council would oversee the Federal Police Service, advise on the appointment of the Inspector-General, review national policing policies and promote cooperation between federal and state police.4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. 3. Police Council restructuredThe Nigeria Police Council would be reconstituted to include the President, all state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission and the Inspector-General of Police.The council would oversee the Federal Police Service, advise on the appointment of the Inspector-General, review national policing policies and promote cooperation between federal and state police.4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. The Nigeria Police Council would be reconstituted to include the President, all state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission and the Inspector-General of Police.The council would oversee the Federal Police Service, advise on the appointment of the Inspector-General, review national policing policies and promote cooperation between federal and state police.4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. The council would oversee the Federal Police Service, advise on the appointment of the Inspector-General, review national policing policies and promote cooperation between federal and state police.4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. 4. State Police Service Councils createdEach state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. Each state would establish a State Police Service Council chaired by the governor to oversee policy, administration and accountability for the state’s police service.5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. 5. Separate funding structureThe bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. The bill introduces separate funding arrangements for federal and state police services.The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. The Federal Police Service would be funded from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, while state governments would finance their respective police services.Related NewsPolice arrest two cultists, recover firearm in KwaraRescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers remain my administration’s top priority – MakindeOyo impounds six vehicles in crackdown on illegal parking6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. 6. New appointment process for police leadershipThe Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. The Inspector-General of Police would serve a single, non-renewable four-year term and must be appointed from the rank of Deputy Inspector-General or above.State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. State Commissioners of Police would also serve a single four-year term after appointment by governors, based on the recommendation of the State Police Service Council and confirmation by the State House of Assembly.7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. 7. Police Service Commission restructuredThe existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. The existing Police Service Commission would oversee only the Federal Police Service, while each state would establish its own commission responsible for appointments, promotions, discipline and dismissal of state police officers.8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. 8. Safeguards against abuseThe bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. The bill provides operational independence for both the Inspector-General and state Commissioners of Police.It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. It states that governors and the President cannot issue unlawful operational directives, while all executive orders must be in writing. Officers would also have the right to reject unlawful instructions.The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. The proposal further provides for a Complaints Response Unit in every state to receive petitions against police officers.9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. 9. Two-year transition periodExisting Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. Existing Nigeria Police Force personnel would be transferred to either the Federal Police Service or relevant State Police Service based on deployment.Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. Their ranks, pensions and service conditions would remain protected, while a Joint Transition Committee would supervise the process over 24 months.10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. 10. Constitutional amendments requiredOlusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. Olusegun noted that the legislation would only take effect alongside amendments to relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, including changes to the Exclusive Legislative List and the Third Schedule to accommodate state policing.The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process. The Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution Alteration Bill after more than two-thirds of lawmakers voted in support during a manual voting process.