Osun State Leads Nigeria in Approving Constitutional Amendment for State Police

The Osun State House of Assembly became the first in Nigeria to approve a constitutional amendment that would allow the creation of state police forces. The bill, which now sits in all 36 state legislatures, was transmitted to the National Assembly for clarification. By moving forward, Osun has set a legislative precedent that other states may follow. The amendment would give each state the authority to establish its own police force, potentially reshaping the country’s law‑enforcement landscape. As the bill circulates, state legislatures will decide whether to adopt the amendment, and the National Assembly will determine its final status. The outcome could lead to a significant shift in how policing responsibilities are distributed across Nigeria’s federal system.