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Nigeria state police bill clears constitutional hurdle after 28 states approve
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Fusion42 · 3 November 2026 · Fusion42 review
Nigeria's state police bill has advanced a significant constitutional step after receiving approval from 28 states, progressing the establishment of state-level police forces.
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You face new regulatory complexity as policing decentralises in Nigeria, creating openings for security services tailored to local states and risks. The move breaks federal policing monopoly and reshapes security market access immediately.
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