President Bola Ahmed Tinubu presided over a joint session of the Council of State and the Police Council on Thursday, October 9, 2025, to discuss pressing national security challenges and ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s policing architecture. The meeting aimed to assess national security dynamics and review strategic reforms to strengthen the police and other law enforcement institutions.
Key Discussion Points:
- National Security: The meeting focused on addressing growing insecurity and outlining strategies to combat banditry, kidnapping, and communal violence.
- Police Reforms: Discussions centered on strengthening the Nigeria Police Force and enhancing internal security across the federation.
- INEC Appointment: The council is expected to advise on the appointment of a new Chairman for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following the departure of Professor Mahmood Yakubu.
Meeting Attendees:
- Governors: AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (Kwara), Siminalayi Fubara (Rivers), Peter Mbah (Enugu), Abba Kabir Yusuf (Kano), and others.
- Former Heads of State: General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida and General Abdulsalami Abubakar joined virtually.
- National Security Adviser: Mallam Nuhu Ribadu.
- Senate President: Senator Godswill Akpabio.
- Attorney General: Lateef Fagbemi, SAN.
