Police kill robbery suspect, recover gun in Nasarawa
Nasarawa police neutralised a robbery suspect in a gun duel on Lafia-Obi Road. A locally made pistol was recovered. CP Shetima Mohammed commended the operatives' gallantry.
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Former IGP Calls for Collective Prayer Against Insecurity
Ex-IGP Mohammed Abubakar-Adamu tasks Christians in Nasarawa to pray for peace and security. He calls for unity and action against criminal elements. Read his full Christmas message.
Grenade Blast Injures Soldier, Kids in Nasarawa
A female soldier and two children were severely injured in a hand grenade explosion in Maraba, Nasarawa. The device, left by a soldier years ago, detonated during identification. Read the full report.
Two Arraigned in Nasarawa for Banned Fireworks
Two suspects face court in Nasarawa State for possessing banned knockouts and fireworks. Police warn against use of prohibited explosives, especially during festivities. Read more.
Nasarawa Gov Sule Launches APC E-Registration Drive
Nasarawa Governor Abdullahi Sule kickstarts APC's digital membership registration in Gudi, urging mass participation for development. The state party adopts consensus for all congresses.
Police Inspector Commits Suicide in Niger State Custody
A Police Inspector attached to Niger State Government House has reportedly died in detention after arrest for alleged arms dealing with bandits. This is the second such incident in a week.
Bago signs Niger's N1.07 trillion 2026 budget
Governor Umaru Bago has enacted Niger State's N1.073 trillion 2026 budget, with over N783bn for capital projects. Nasarawa Assembly also passes N545.2bn appropriation bill. Read the details.
Nasarawa Gov Praises SUBEB Boss for Education Reforms
Governor Abdullahi Sule has commended Nasarawa SUBEB Chairman Kassim Mohammed Kassim for remarkable reforms in basic education, including redeploying over 1,000 staff to classrooms. Read more.
Makinde Swears In OYSIEC, Demands Independent, Fair Elections
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurates new OYSIEC members, urging independence & transparency for upcoming LG polls. He vows elections before 2027 tenure ends. Read more.
Surgeon Dismissed Over Kidney Surgery at EKSUTH
Ekiti State Government dismisses surgeon, suspends team over botched kidney procedure. Govt to fund patient's new transplant and care. Full story on the EKSUTH scandal.
Tinubu Tells Governors To Hand Over LG Allocations
President Bola Tinubu has ordered state governors to comply with the Supreme Court judgement and directly fund local governments. He also reaffirmed plans for state police. Read the full story.
Tiv Communities in Nasarawa Allege Breach of Court Order
Tiv communities in Nasarawa State accuse the state government of violating a court order and planning new land acquisitions. Their lawyer warns actions could render an appeal useless. Read more.
FG Reopens 47 Unity Schools After Security Boost
The Federal Government has ordered the immediate reopening of 47 unity schools previously closed due to insecurity. Students have returned safely as academic activities resume nationwide.
Bandits Plan Christmas Attacks in 4 Nigerian States
A humanitarian group warns of planned Christmas Day attacks in Plateau, Nasarawa, Benue, and Kaduna. DSS confirms intelligence, preventive measures underway. Read details.
Gunmen Kill Police Inspector, Two Civilians in Nasarawa
Gunmen ambushed a police patrol in Nasarawa, killing an inspector and two civilians. The attackers stole an AK-47 rifle. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
Two Dead in Rivers Cult Clash Between MEND, Iceland
Two persons shot dead, one injured in Andoni LGA as rival cult groups MEND and Iceland clash for supremacy. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read for details.
ADC to Protest FG's N500bn Debt to Contractors, Pensioners
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) threatens to join ongoing protests by unpaid local contractors and pensioners. The party condemns the APC-led Federal Government's staggering debts, calling it insensitive governance.
Kano Govt Slams Ganduje's Budget Performance
Kano State government defends its 2025 budget, claiming it outperformed Ganduje's administration. Commissioner Shanono presents comparative figures on education and tech spending. Read the full details.
Supreme Court Calls Out FG Over LG Autonomy
Nigeria's Supreme Court has called on the federal government to implement its judgment granting financial autonomy to 774 local governments. The court dismissed Osun state's suit. Full details inside.
Supreme Court Dismisses Osun's LG Funds Suit
Nigeria's Supreme Court has dismissed Osun State's suit to compel the Federal Government to release withheld local government allocations. Read the full details and implications of the verdict.
Nasarawa to Prosecute Parents Over Out-of-School Kids
Nasarawa SUBEB chairman vows to prosecute parents who fail to enroll children. Governor Sule also announces a $90m paper mill groundbreaking today. Read more.
Emir: Criminalise Parents Whose Kids Roam Streets
The Emir of Lafia, Justice Sidi Bage, calls for criminalising parents who let children roam streets instead of school. Nasarawa State summit reveals deep education crisis, from teacher shortages to vandalism. Governor Sule pledges commitment to free educa
Nasarawa to Prosecute Parents of Out-of-School Children
Nasarawa State SUBEB Chairman warns parents to enrol children or face legal action. State launches sensitisation campaign, redeploys teachers, and saves N101 million from revoked contracts.
Nasarawa Governor Ready to Establish State Police Force
Nasarawa State Government reveals readiness to create a state police force to combat insecurity, enhance school safety, and attract investors. Read the full details.
Bauchi treats 29,874 HIV patients, AHF campaigns in Keffi
Bauchi State provides ART to 29,874 HIV patients, scaling up to 863 facilities. Meanwhile, AIDS Healthcare Foundation launches a sensitisation campaign in Keffi, Nasarawa State, to combat the virus. Read more on the dual efforts this World AIDS Day.
Gov's Aide Weds Third Wife, Gifts House and Car
Prince Ibrahim Hassan Abdullahi, SSA to Nasarawa Governor, introduces his new third wife, Sadeeqa. He gifted her a house and a Mercedes-Benz GLK. Governor Sule presented the marriage certificate.
Police Rescue 40 Trafficking Victims in Nasarawa
Nasarawa police rescue 40 Malian and Ivorian trafficking victims from a Mararaba bungalow. Prime suspect apprehended, victims handed to Immigration for investigation and repatriation.
FG Offers ASUU Lecturers 40% Salary Increase
The Federal Government has proposed a 40% salary increase for university lecturers as ASUU's ultimatum expires. Will this avert a nationwide strike?
96 Arrested for Flouting Sanitation Law in Nasarawa
Nasarawa State Government arrested 96 persons for violating environmental sanitation laws. The state also plans to revitalize waste recycling plants in Lafia and Karu to improve public health.
Nasarawa to harvest 1.2 million rice bags for Nigeria
Nasarawa State aims to harvest 1.2 million bags of rice from Jangwa and Agwatashi farms, with over 600,000 bags already collected. This initiative supports Nigeria's food security under Governor Abdullahi Sule's administration.
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