SENATE APPROVES EXTENSION OF NIGERIA POLICE TRUST FUND.

The Nigerian Senate has approved an amendment to the Nigeria Police Trust Fund Act, extending the duration of the fund. 

The amendment aims to provide continued support for police training, equipment provision, and infrastructure development.

The bill was passed during Tuesday’s plenary session led by Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau, with support from Deputy Minority Leader, Lere Oyewumi. 

The amendment's approval underscores the Senate's commitment to enhancing national security and police professionalism.

Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, emphasized the importance of extending the fund's duration, citing its notable achievements in equipment and logistics, training and capacity development, infrastructure rehabilitation and expansion, and health and welfare initiatives. 

The fund was established in 2019 and set to expire after six years, but its extension will 

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