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The Inspector General of Police (IGP) emphasized the importance of local collaboration for effective policing during the inauguration of a new police headquarters in Jalingo, Taraba. He stated that successful policing relies on the cooperation of local residents, who should provide credible and timely information regarding criminal activities in their communities, alongside the efforts of the police.

The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill proposing constitutional backing for state-controlled policing across the nation. Senator Bamidele stated that this reform aims to address insecurity and enhance federalism in Nigeria. The move is seen as a significant step towards restructuring the country's policing system.

The Senate has passed a State Police Bill that, if fully implemented, will create a state policing framework to operate alongside the federal police system. This legislation will allow governors to appoint police commissioners, thereby ending the Federal Government's exclusive control over policing, according to PM News.

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, leader of March and March, has raised concerns regarding the South African government's R600 million budget allocated for policing in relation to the upcoming protests scheduled for June 30. She questions the necessity and effectiveness of such a significant expenditure on protest policing.