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flag Nigeria plans state police forces amid security threats, reviewing central policing model and laws.

flag Nigeria’s Police Service Commission is guiding a committee to develop a roadmap for state police, emphasizing a thorough review of the country’s centralized policing model, outdated laws, and security challenges. flag The push for state-level police forces stems from rising threats like terrorism and banditry, and initiatives like Amotekun in the southwest show growing support for decentralized security. flag The PSC urges careful planning, international best practices, and institutional expertise to ensure a successful transition, while debates continue over risks like political interference and unequal resources.

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