A proposed state police framework submitted to the Senate outlines a two-tier policing system where state forces handle local crimes while federal police focus on national security and interstate offences.
A framework submitted to the Senate proposes the creation of state police services responsible for local crimes such as domestic violence, homicide, armed robbery and community policing.
The plan was presented by Olatunji Rilwan Disu, the Inspector-General of Police, to Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin as part of ongoing constitutional review efforts.
The proposal introduces a two-tier policing structure comprising a Federal Police Service focused on national security, terrorism, interstate crimes and federal law enforcement, alongside 37 State Police Services covering the states and the Federal Capital Territory. The framework also places strong emphasis on community policing, requiring each state service to create community policing forums in every local government area.
According to the document, funding would include a constitutionally protected State Police Fund receiving 3% statutory allocation from the Federation Account and at least 15% contribution from state security budgets.
The proposal also outlines safeguards against political abuse, an independent National Police Standards Board and a phased five-year implementation plan.
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