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Implementation Strategies (STRAT)
Strat.1 Strengthen existing structures and expedite the passage of a law to create a centralized hub where different intelligence and security agencies can collate, analyse and disseminate intelligence. This would ensure a coordinated approach to intelligence sharing.
Strat.2 Expedite the passage of amendments specifying areas of operation, responsibility, and coordination where multiple agencies share coordinate jurisdiction. This will reduce overlap and competition. The house will ensure speedy passage of the following Bills in this regard:
Armed Forces Act (Amendment) Bill
Police Act (Amendment) Bill;
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Act (Amendment) Bill;
Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act (Amendment) Bill;
National Security and Civil Defence Corps Act (Amendment) Bill;
Customs and Excise Management Act (Amendment) Bill
Strat.3 Develop a legal framework that mandates routine inter-agency meetings, briefing and collaboration exercise to foster trust and understanding between agencies.
Strat.4 Ensure the speedy passage of the Whistleblower Protection Bill to protect individuals who expose threats to national security.
Strat.5 Strengthen legislative oversight and accountability through the relevant committees of the House.
Specific Legislative Actions
Strat.1 The House of Representatives passed a bill to amend the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act of 2015, that introduced provisions to create sector-specific Computer Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) and Security Operations Centers (SOCs) for coordinated cybersecurity incident management.
Strat.2 The House of representatives has initiated some bills aimed at amending specifying areas of operation, responsibility, and coordination among the security agencies in Nigeria.
1. The bill for an Act to Amend the Armed Forces Act, Cap. A20, is titled HB. 2536, sponsored by Hon. Aminu Balele passed second reading on 21st October, 2025. (https://nass.gov.ng/documents/download/11213#:~:text=)%20%E2%80%93%20Second%20Reading.-,6.,Establish%20the%20Federal%20Medical%20Centre%2C)
2. The Nigeria Customs Service Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2381)- Sponosored by Hon. Abubakar Hassan Nalaraba. Passed for first reading on the 24th June, 2025 (https://placng.org/i/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/House-of-Reps-order-paper-Tuesday-24-June-2025.pdf).
3. A Bill for an Act to Establish Nigerian Police Force Pension Board charged with the Responsibility of Administering the Pension Scheme for the Personnel of the Force and exempt the Force from the Application of the Contributory Pension Scheme under the Pension Reform Act, 2014 and for Related Matters (HB. 979)- Passed third reading on 21st October (https://nass.gov.ng/documents/download/11213#:~:text=)%20%E2%80%93%20Second%20Reading.-,6.,Establish%20the%20Federal%20Medical%20Centre%2C).
4. The House also passed an Executive bill in July 2024 seeking to amend the Police Act. ( (https://punchng.com/nassembly-amends-police-act/)
Strat.3 Through its committees (Defence, National Security and Intelligence, Police Affairs, Interior), the House has been using oversight hearings and security summits to push agencies toward better collaboration.
Additionally, the House of Representatives has introduced legislative proposals to amend relevant laws such as the Armed Forces Act, Police Act, and National Security Agencies Act to include statutory provisions for routine inter-agency coordination.
Strat.4 The House of Representatives is prioritising the passage of the Whistleblower Protection Bill to strengthen protections for individuals who provide critical information.
The Bill is currently under legislative consideration by the relevant Committee
Strat.5 The House of Representatives constituted various standing committees, each tasked with specific oversight responsibilities.
Committees of the House of Representatives have actively conducted oversight visits and investigative hearings to scrutinize the activities of government agencies.
The House has organized public hearings and consultations to involve citizens and stakeholders in the legislative process.
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Implementation Strategies
Strat.1 Enact comprehensive data protection legislation to ensure intelligence agencies handle personal data carefully and within legal boundaries
Strat.2 Create legislative guidelines for standardizing intelligence software, databases and communication tools to ensure compatibility and ease of sharing across platforms.
Strat.3 Enact legislation that mandates continuous training for intelligence personnel, focusing on modern intelligence-gathering techniques, analysis, inter-agency collaboration, and cybersecurity.
Strat.4 Collaborate with the Office of the National Security Adviser to amend the Cybercrimes Act, 2015, to bring it up to date, promote intelligence sharing on cyber threats, and establish dedicated cyber intelligence units.
Strat.5 Allocate resources for acquiring modern intelligence tools, surveillance technology, and analytic software to enhance intelligence gathering and sharing capabilities.
Specific Legislative Actions
Strat.1 The 10th House of Representatives played a pivotal role in the enactment of the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023, by the President
Strat.2 The House of Representatives has considered and adopted several motions calling for effective implementation of policies and laws that promotes cohesive and integrated intelligence systems in addressing security challenges.
Strat.3 The House of Representatives actively advanced the Armed Forces of Nigeria Trust Fund Bill to establish a dedicated trust fund that supports the procurement of modern military equipment, continuous training of personnel, and overall improvement of the Armed Forces' operational readiness.
As of April 2025, the Armed Forces of Nigeria Trust Fund Bill has not yet been enacted into law.
Strat.4 The House of Representatives has actively advanced the bill seeking to amend the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2015. The Bill subsequently became an Act of the National Assembly after it was signed into law on February 28, 2024
Strat.5 In the 2025 budget cycle, the House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence reviewed the proposed allocation of ₦595 billion to intelligence agencies upwards
Inter-Agency Collaboration and Improved Intelligence Sharing
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Implementation Strategies (STRAT)
Strat.1 Pass a law to establish internal review bodies within intelligence agencies to evaluate the accuracy, relevance, and legality of intelligence.
Strat.2 Amend the National Security Agency Act (NSA) to enhance their capacity, collaboration, and efficiency and consolidate the position of the Coordinator of National Security with that of the National Security Adviser.
Specific Legislative Actions
Strat.1 Although a dedicated law to establish internal review bodies within intelligence agencies has not been passed, the House of Representatives is actively pursuing legislative measures to strengthen oversight and accountability in Nigeria's security and intelligence framework.
Strat.2 The formal introduction of this specific legislation is still pending in the House of Representatives
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