The Delta State House of Assembly has endorsed the proposed sixth alteration to the 1999 Constitution, which seeks to pave the way for the establishment of state police in Nigeria.
All 23 lawmakers present at Tuesday’s plenary on October 20, 2026, voted in support of the proposal, with no votes against it or abstentions recorded.
The House Leader led the debate during the session, which was presided over by Speaker Emomotimi Guwor.
Following the approval, Guwor praised the lawmakers for their decision, describing it as an important step towards creating a policing system better equipped to address security challenges at the community level.
He said the proposed reform could improve intelligence gathering and strengthen efforts to protect lives and property.
“For Delta State, this reform holds great promise for protecting lives and property, sustaining peace and creating a safer environment for investment and development,” the Speaker said.
Guwor added that the move aligned with the state government’s MORE Agenda under Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.
He directed the Clerk of the House to communicate the Assembly’s approval to the National Assembly for further action.
The approval forms part of the constitutional amendment process required to establish a state police.
Further action at the national level is required before the proposed reform can take effect.
