Police Arrest 6 Kidnappers, Rescue 3 in Nasarawa
Nasarawa police, with vigilantes, arrest six kidnappers and rescue three victims in Lafia East. CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed orders manhunt after January 7 abduction. Read the full story.
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Abia Police Rescue Missing 4-Year-Old Nasarawa Boy
Abia State Police Command rescues missing 4-year-old Jeremiah Emmanuel Gimba. Parents urged to visit SCID Gender Section for identification. Read the full story.
APC Nasarawa Denies Adamu's Defection to ADC
Nasarawa APC refutes social media claims that former National Chairman Senator Abdullahi Adamu defected to ADC. Party labels it baseless propaganda. Read the full statement.
APC Denies Adamu Defected to ADC, Says Rumors False
Nasarawa APC dismisses social media claims that ex-National Chairman Senator Abdullahi Adamu defected to ADC. Party confirms he revalidated his membership amid e-registration drive. Get the full story.
Lassa Fever Kills 4, Including Pregnant Women, in Nasarawa
A Lassa fever outbreak in Nasarawa's Awe LGA has claimed four lives, forcing a hospital closure. Health officials cite poor case handling and lack of resources as major challenges. Read more.
Police foil armed robbery in Nasarawa, recover pistol
Nasarawa State Police disrupt a robbery at a Mararaba wine shop, recovering a locally-made Beretta pistol. One person injured. CP orders manhunt for suspects.
SDP Leaders Receive Late Senator Akwashiki's Body in Abuja
Senior SDP figures, including Prince Adewole Adebayo, received the body of Senator Godiya Akwashiki at Abuja airport. The party mourns a major loss to Nasarawa State and Nigeria's democracy.
Remains of Senator Akwashiki Arrive Nigeria from India
The remains of Senator Godiya Akwashiki have arrived in Abuja from India. SDP leaders describe his death as a major loss to Nasarawa and Nigeria. Funeral details pending.
Resident Kneels, Begs Nasarawa Govt to Fix Deadly Road
A desperate resident of Bassa in Nasarawa knelt down to appeal to Governor Abdullahi Sule. He says the dilapidated Bassa-Garaku road has claimed many lives. Read the full story and see the emotional video.
Nasarawa Govt Urges Lecturers to Call Off Strike
Nasarawa State Government calls on JUNSTI lecturers to suspend their indefinite strike over minimum wage, promising renewed negotiations. The action disrupts academic resumption.
Northern Senators Mourn Senator Godiya Akwashiki
The Northern Senators Forum expresses deep sorrow over the death of Senator Godiya Akwashiki, describing him as a consummate parliamentarian. Read more about his legacy.
Nigerian Senator Godiya Akwashiki Dies in India at 52
Senator Godiya Akwashiki, representing Nasarawa North, has died in India. Explore his political journey from State Assembly to the Senate. Read more about his legacy.
Nasarawa North Senator Godiya Akwashiki Dies at 52
Senator Godiya Akwashiki, representing Nasarawa North, has passed away at 52 in an Indian hospital. His death creates a major vacuum in the zone's development. Read more about his legacy.
Nasarawa North Senator Godiya Akwashiki Dies at 52
Senator Godiya Akwashiki, representing Nasarawa North, has passed away at 52 in an Indian hospital. His political journey from State Assembly to the Senate ends.
Senator Godiya Akwashiki Dies at 52 in India
Senator Godiya Akwashiki, representing Nasarawa North, has passed away at 52 in an Indian hospital. Read about his political legacy and the details of his death.
3 Killed in Nasarawa Wedding Attack by Gunmen
Unknown gunmen attacked a traditional wedding in Nasarawa's Akunza Ashige community, killing three and injuring nine. Police have launched an investigation. Read more.
Bandits Attack Priests in Nasarawa, Near Abuja
Armed bandits attacked two Catholic priests at St. Rita Church in Mararaba, Nasarawa. Both were seriously injured and hospitalized. Read the full report and the Knights of St. John's condemnation.
Nasarawa Bans Tyre Burning, 4 Dead in Carnival Crash
Nasarawa Police impose a ban on tyre burning during crossover night to protect infrastructure and safety. Separately, four lives lost in a tragic crash at the Eggon Carnival. Read the full details.
Nasarawa, Kano Pass 2026 Budgets Totalling Over N2trn
Governor Abdullahi Sule signs Nasarawa's N545.2bn 2026 budget, while Kano Assembly passes a historic N1.47trn spending plan. Details on allocations and legislative actions inside.
4 Killed as Trucks Ram into Nasarawa-Eggon Festival Crowd
Four people died and seven were injured after three trucks crashed into a crowd at the annual Eggon Festival in Nasarawa State. FRSC blames reckless driving. Read the full report.
Nasarawa Poly Student Found Dead in Compound
Linus Victor Chukwuemeka, an HND II Computer Science student at Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa, was found deceased in his compound. Details on the tragic incident and ongoing investigation.
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.
Ebola Outbreak Leads to Lassa Fever Vaccine Development
Scientists reveal how the 2016 Ebola crisis accelerated work on a Lassa fever vaccine, now in human trials. Learn about the Oxford/CEPI project and plans for West Africa, including Nigeria.
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.
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.
Nigeria's Lassa Fever Cases Rise, Fatality Rate Increases
Nigeria reports 33 new Lassa fever cases in one week, with the national fatality rate climbing to 18.2%. NCDC details the outbreak response as NIPRD addresses a critical shortage of WHO-approved antimalarials.
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