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The Senate Passes the Police Act (Repeal & Re-enactment) Bill, 2020 (SB. 181) - PLAC


I'm super excited to have been part of the advocacy to amend the then 75 years old Police Act.
"BREAKING NEWS: On 7th July 2020, @NGRSenate passed the Police Act (Repeal & Re-enactment) Bill, 2020 (SB. 181). With the @HouseNGR passing the bill on 2nd June 2020, this makes history as the first time ever both chambers of @nassnigeria have successfully amended the Police Act of 1943" - PLAC
The Bill aimed at making the Nigeria Police more professional, responsive, citizen friendly, gender responsive and respect human rights, among others. It also pushed for a 4-year tenured position for the Inspector General of Police (who is usually hired and fired at will). I can't wait to see what was reflected and what wasn't 🤗

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