The Chief of Staff to the President and Chairman of the Presidential Working Group on the proposed National Policing Bill, Femi Gbajabiamila, has continued to demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusive governance and effective policing reforms as the Federal Government advances discussions on the proposed establishment of state police.
Gbajabiamila disclosed that public submissions on the proposed National Policing Bill would close by 5pm on Thursday, August 13, 2026, urging Nigerians to take advantage of the consultation process and contribute their views to the proposed legislation.
The initiative, according to him, is designed to ensure that the experiences, concerns and professional expertise of Nigerians are properly reflected in the development of a policing framework capable of responding effectively to the country's security challenges.
The consultation further highlights Gbajabiamila's emphasis on allowing citizens and stakeholders to have a meaningful voice in an important national policy discussion. Rather than treating the proposed reform as a matter for government alone, the process seeks to draw ideas from Nigerians across different sectors and professional backgrounds.
Of particular importance are concerns surrounding political interference, police oversight, professional conduct and effective intelligence-sharing between federal and proposed state policing structures. These issues, Gbajabiamila noted, require careful consideration if the proposed system is to strengthen security while maintaining accountability and public confidence.
The consultation also demonstrates the administration's willingness to subject major policy proposals to broader public scrutiny before they are presented for legislative consideration. Gbajabiamila stressed that the exercise would not diminish the constitutional responsibilities of the National Assembly.
The National Assembly would retain its authority to scrutinise, amend, reject or pass the Bill when it is formally transmitted for legislative consideration.
Gbajabiamila's role in coordinating the consultation has placed him at the centre of an important national conversation on the future of policing in Nigeria. His approach reflects an emphasis on consultation, institutional oversight and the need to develop reforms that take into account the realities faced by communities across the country.
As discussions continue, the proposed National Policing Bill is expected to attract further contributions from citizens, security professionals, civil society organisations and other stakeholders, with the ultimate objective of producing a policing framework that improves security, accountability and public safety.
The ongoing process underscores the importance of broad-based participation in shaping policies with far-reaching implications for Nigeria's security architecture and the relationship between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve.
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