Tinubu's Police VIP Guard Directive Faces Major Hurdles
President Tinubu's order to withdraw police from VIPs ignores deep-rooted issues of underfunding and political patronage within the Nigeria Police Force. Can it work?
President Tinubu's order to withdraw police from VIPs ignores deep-rooted issues of underfunding and political patronage within the Nigeria Police Force. Can it work?
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.
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.
Nasarawa police rescue 40 Malian and Ivorian trafficking victims from a Mararaba bungalow. Prime suspect apprehended, victims handed to Immigration for investigation and repatriation.
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 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 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.
Federal Government inaugurates smart toilet at Orange Market, Mararaba to mark 2025 World Toilet Day. Minister Lawal emphasizes sanitation as fundamental human right.
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.
Interior Minister Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo conducts surprise inspection of NSCDC FCT Command, urges personnel to enhance service delivery amid national security challenges.
Masked men posing as police officers are mounting illegal checkpoints along Abuja-Nasarawa border, extorting commuters. Authorities deny involvement as victims demand action.
Nigeria establishes joint committee to recruit 30,000 police officers, enhancing national security through transparent recruitment process. Learn about this crucial security initiative.
Two hoodlums have been arrested for stabbing a police inspector to death in Akure, Ondo State. The incident triggered panic and a swift police response. Read more details.
Evangelist Daniel Ukpo reverses claims of herdsmen disrupting his crusade in Nasarawa after police arrest for spreading false news. Get the full story.
Governor Abdullahi Sule presents a N517.5 billion 2026 budget to the Nasarawa State Assembly. Focused on infrastructure and job creation, the 'Budget of Strategic Consolidation' promises growth.
Nasarawa State Police confirm viral herdsmen attack video is false. Clergyman Daniel Ukpo in custody, admits fabricating story. Police urge verified reporting.
Apostle Michael Olowookere criticizes Nasarawa police for arresting Evangelist Daniel Ukpo who exposed alleged herdsmen attack during crusade. Christians demand immediate release.
Nasarawa State reports 852 Gender-Based Violence cases from January to September 2025. Commissioner Hauwa Jugbo reveals rising technology-facilitated GBV and government's zero-tolerance stance. Report cases now!
NAPHDA & Pathfinder International launch a free cervical cancer screening & HPV vaccination initiative in Nasarawa. Over 100 women to be screened. Protect your health today!
Nasarawa police refute claims of Fulani herdsmen invading church crusade in Agboda village. Security officials confirm no reports of incident amid growing disinformation crisis.
Students at Otagba-Ogbe Girls Secondary School in Delta State fled classrooms amid herdsmen attack fears. Police confirm false alarm, urge calm and warn against spreading unverified information.
NSCDC FCT Command partners with Abuja Metropolitan Lions Club for workplace diabetes screening. Free health checks, drugs boost personnel wellness for safer capital.
President Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police escorts from VIPs nationwide. Officers to return to core policing duties in underserved communities. Will this time be different?
Police commands in Imo and Plateau states impose total ban on fireworks during Christmas festivities to prevent injuries and maintain public safety. Violators face arrest.
Federal lawmaker Abubakar Hassan Nalaraba criticizes Nasarawa West zoning demand for 2027 governorship, advocating merit-based leadership instead. Read the full story.
President Bola Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police officers from VIP protection. Officers to return to core policing duties nationwide. Read full details.
Nasarawa Police confirm St. Peter's Academy kidnap report was false alarm after hunters with guns scared pupils. Authorities urge media verification amid rising school abductions in northern Nigeria.
Peter's Foundation Secondary School in Rukubi experienced mass panic after students mistook hunters for kidnappers. Proprietor confirms false alarm, no abductions occurred. Read full details.
A woman was brutally murdered by armed assailants while heading to Gadabuke market near FCT border. Police investigation ongoing. Read full details.
Nasarawa State inaugurates Africa's largest rare earth processing facility in Uke. The $400m plant will boost Nigeria's tech, energy and defense sectors. Read more about this groundbreaking investment.