Bill to enact Police Trust Fund passes 2nd reading in Senate

The Senate has passed for second reading a bill seeking to repeal the Nigerian Police Trust Fund Establishment Act 2019 and enact the Nigeria Police Trust Fund, 2026. Senator Opeyemi Bamidele emphasized that the bill aims to enhance the equipment, training, and welfare of the Nigerian police in response to increasing security threats. It proposes a diversified funding model to ensure sustainability and reduce reliance on annual budget allocations.