The House of Representatives on Wednesday received a bill seeking the repeal and re-enactment of the Nigerian Police Trust Fund (NPTF) Establishment Act, 2025, as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security framework.
The proposal, transmitted to the Green Chamber for consideration, is aimed at improving the management of the fund, enhancing police training, and providing modern equipment for the Nigeria Police Force.
According to the communication, the reform is expected to boost operational efficiency, accountability, and sustainability of the fund in line with current security demands.
Lawmakers are expected to give the bill accelerated consideration, with emphasis on improving welfare, training, and capacity development within the police.
Meanwhile, the House Committee on Rules and Business has issued a directive mandating all standing and special committees to submit reports on bills and motions within stipulated timelines.
Chairman of the committee, Hon. Francis Waive, reminded committees that assignments referred to them must be concluded within 30 days, with a maximum extension of 15 days where necessary, after which they may be discharged.
He further directed that all pending reports be submitted on or before April 30, 2026, warning that failure to comply would attract automatic discharge of affected committees.
In another development, the House marked the birthdays of Hon. Ibrahim Hamichun (Dambatta/Makoda Federal Constituency, Kano State) and Hon. Aminu Jamu (Daura/Mai’Adua/Sandamu Federal Constituency, Katsina State), commending their contributions to legislative work.
Lawmakers also observed a minute’s silence in honour of a former member of the Fifth Assembly, Hon. Tertua Ati, who passed away on March 21, 2026, after a prolonged illness.
Ati, who represented Kwande/Ushongo Federal Constituency of Benue State, was described as a committed lawmaker whose service to his constituency and the nation was marked by dedication and integrity.
