By By Elizabeth Ugbo
The Presidential Working Group on Police Reform submitted the draft National Policing Bill 2026 and 29 consequential amendment bills to the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice on October 19, 2026. The submission follows the group’s work plan and seeks a legislative drafting review to ensure legal consistency and compliance with established standards.
Ministry of Justice to Review Draft Policing Bills
The Ministry of Justice will review the proposed National Policing Bill 2026 and its accompanying amendment bills. The review will ensure that the documents comply with legislative drafting standards and conventions.
Additionally, the ministry will examine the proposed bills to identify potential conflicts with existing laws. This process aims to improve the quality, clarity and consistency of the proposed legislation.
29 Consequential Amendment Bills Accompany National Policing Bill
The submission includes 29 consequential amendment bills alongside the draft National Policing Bill 2026. These amendments form part of the legislative package supporting the proposed policing reforms.
Furthermore, the review will help ensure that the proposed changes align with Nigeria’s existing legal framework. The exercise will also help identify provisions that require clarification or adjustment before further legislative consideration.
Deadline for Validation of Draft Bills
The Ministry of Justice is expected to return the validated draft bills to the Presidential Working Group by the deadline specified in its work plan.
However, the available statement does not specify the exact return date. The ministry’s review represents an important step towards preparing the proposed bills for the next stage of the legislative process.
The submission marks progress in efforts to advance the proposed National Policing Bill 2026 and its supporting amendments.
