Nigeria’s Senate has passed a significant reform allowing each of the country’s 36 states to establish its own police force, supplementing the existing federal police. This marks the most substantial change to Nigeria’s policing system in almost a century. Currently, Nigeria operates under a centralized national police force controlled from the capital, Abuja. The reform aims to address escalating insecurity challenges across the nation by enabling more localized and responsive law enforcement. Supporters believe state-level policing will improve security, while concerns remain regarding funding, training, and potential for abuse of power. The move represents a historic shift in Nigeria’s security architecture, though many details are yet to be finalized. The Senate approved the measure on June 24th, initiating a process expected to reshape security protocols nationwide.