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Nigeria's Deputy Senate President Senator Barau I. Jibrin received the steering committee of the Nigeria Police Force on state police during a courtesy call. He assured that Nigerians' concerns will be addressed and urged accountability and public trust in the state police framework.

Senator Barau I. Jibrin, Deputy President of the Senate, received members of the steering committee of the Nigeria Police Force on a courtesy call regarding state police. This meeting was reported on March 18, 2026, by Daily Trust and ThisDayLive outlets. Barau assured Nigerians that their concerns on state police will be addressed. He urged accountability and public trust in the state police framework. The discussions highlight ongoing engagements on the state police initiative in Nigeria.

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