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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Nigerian Lawyers Divided Over Two-Year Pupillage Bill
A bill proposing a mandatory two-year apprenticeship for new lawyers in Nigeria has divided the legal profession. Explore the arguments from senior advocates and young graduates.
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.
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.
48-Year-Old Bags 13 Months Service for Sanitation Offences
A Lagos court sentences Makinde Rasaq to 13 months community service for multiple sanitation violations. LAWMA warns residents against indiscriminate waste disposal.
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.
Man Studies Law for 8 Years, Denied Certificate
A Nigerian man shares his heartbreaking ordeal of spending eight years studying law at a university only to be told he is not a student and denied his certificate. Read his full story and public reactions.
Water Ministry Goes Paperless with 1GOV Digital System
The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation has launched the 1GOV ECM system, ending paper-based operations. This digital shift promises improved service delivery and transparency for Nigerians. Read more about this transformative step.
Lagos Reintroduces Monthly Sanitation to Tackle Waste
Lagos State plans to bring back monthly environmental sanitation to address severe waste management challenges. The state generates up to 15,000 tonnes of waste daily but collects less than a third. Read the full plan.
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.
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.
MURIC Rejects US Pressure on Shariah Law
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has firmly rejected calls from US-linked figures for Nigeria to outlaw Shariah, warning it crosses a constitutional red line. Read the full statement.
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.
Akwa Ibom is Nigeria's Cleanest State for 2025
Akwa Ibom State has been ranked Nigeria's cleanest state for 2025. The report also reveals a worrying decline in national sanitation and public health indicators. Read more and see the full rankings.
New Lagos Rent Law: What Landlords, Tenants Must Know
Lagos State proposes a new tenancy law to cap advance rent, regulate agents, and ban illegal evictions. Discover the major changes and what they mean for you.
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.
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.
Nasarawa targets 1.2m rice bags from Awe, Obi LGAs
Nasarawa State has harvested 600,000 bags of rice from its 3,300-hectare farm, with 1.2 million total expected. Governor Sule says this will boost food security and state economy.
Smart Toilet Facility Launched in Nasarawa State
Federal Government inaugurates smart toilet at Orange Market, Mararaba to mark 2025 World Toilet Day. Minister Lawal emphasizes sanitation as fundamental human right.
Nasarawa targets 1.2 million bags of rice
Nasarawa State achieves 50% harvest target with 600,000 rice bags collected in two weeks. Governor Sule announces NASACCO Gold brand launch and expansion plans for food security.
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