Ali Ndume, the lawmaker for Borno South Senatorial District, has raised concerns regarding the establishment of state police in Nigeria, emphasizing the need to address legal implications, funding, accountability, and operational modes. His comments were made during an interview on Arise Television following the Senate's passage of a bill related to state police.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has increased its Senate seats to 88 following recent by-elections, reinforcing its majority in the Senate despite some defections from the party.

Borno South Senator, Ali Ndume, explained his support for the establishment of state police in Nigeria during an interview on Arise Television. He emphasized the need for a significant increase in police personnel, suggesting that Nigeria requires at least one million officers to adequately serve its population of over 200 million. His comments followed discussions in the Senate regarding the state police bill.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has strengthened its majority in the Nigerian Senate by swearing in four new senators, bringing its total control to 88 seats. Senate President Godswill Akpabio encouraged lawmakers to familiarize themselves with Senate rules, emphasizing that the chamber operates under established procedures, according to ThisDay Live.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has awarded the Certificate of Return to Danladi Halilu Envulu-Anza, the senator-elect for Nasarawa North Senatorial District, representing the All Progressives Congress (APC). This follows his victory in the recent by-election, with the presentation ceremony occurring on June 22, 2026, a day after the official declaration of his win by the commission.

Prominent federal lawmakers such as Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan are set to receive honours at the 2026 national legislative awards, according to Tribune Online.