#Ali Ndume

Ali Ndume, a senator from Borno, has been awarded a return ticket by the ruling APC for the 2027 elections, joining other states like Oyo and Ekiti. Notably, Ndume has a remarkable history of surviving party primaries, having won nine National Assembly elections throughout his political career.

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.

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.