Senate President Godswill Akpabio has officially sworn in four new senators who won their seats in recent by-elections. The ceremony marks the addition of these new members to the Senate following their electoral victories.

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 Nigerian Senate has approved constitutional amendments to create State Police in the country. This decision was made on Wednesday, according to Naija News.

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.

The Senate has passed a bill that supports the establishment of state police in Nigeria, marking a significant development in the long-discussed topic. This follows the earlier approval of a similar bill by the House of Representatives, aimed at amending the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999.

The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, is scheduled to swear in Justice Joseph Olubunmi Kayode Oyewole as a Justice of the Supreme Court on Thursday, according to Naija News.