Edo Assembly backs State Police constitutional alteration bill - Daily Post Nigeria

The Edo State House of Assembly unanimously approved the State Police constitutional alteration bill, transmitted by the National Assembly on September 16, 2026. Speaker Hon. Yekini Idaiye stated the bill aims to establish State Police Services to combat insecurity. Several members, including Hon. Sunny Ojiezele, emphasized the importance of the bill for national security. Following approval, the House directed that official copies be sent to the Clerk of the National Assembly in Abuja.