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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.

Ganduje slams Kano govt over arrest demands

Former APC chairman Abdullahi Ganduje rejects Kano government's call for his arrest over alleged militia comments, accusing Governor Yusuf of incompetence on security.

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.

Kogi Children Flee School Over Bandit Rumors

A Kogi mother shares how her children ran home from school amid bandit invasion rumors. Police deny the attack as parents react to the security scare. Read full details.

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.

Masked 'Police' Terrorize Abuja-Nasarawa Border

Masked men posing as police officers are mounting illegal checkpoints along Abuja-Nasarawa border, extorting commuters. Authorities deny involvement as victims demand action.

Southern Governors Establish Zonal Security Fund

Southern Nigerian governors have agreed to create a regional security fund and enhance intelligence sharing to combat rising insecurity. The move aims to strengthen coordinated responses across state lines.

Nasarawa's N517.5bn 2026 Budget Aims for Development

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.

Cleric Condemns Arrest of Evangelist in Nasarawa

Apostle Michael Olowookere criticizes Nasarawa police for arresting Evangelist Daniel Ukpo who exposed alleged herdsmen attack during crusade. Christians demand immediate release.

24 Kebbi Schoolgirls Freed from Captors

24 kidnapped Kebbi schoolgirls regain freedom through security operations. One student escaped earlier, while vice principal was killed during the attack. Read full details.

Bandits Kidnap 8 in Kano Village Attack

Armed bandits kidnapped eight residents in Biresawa village, Kano State. Victims include women and teenagers. Security agencies were alerted beforehand. Read full details.

852 GBV cases reported in Nasarawa in 9 months

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!

Tinubu orders aerial cordon on forests amid kidnappings

President Tinubu deploys 24-hour aerial surveillance over Kwara, Kebbi, and Niger forests to combat kidnapping surge. Security forces coordinate air-ground operations to rescue victims and dismantle criminal networks.

Northern Governors Security Meeting on November 29

Northern Nigeria's 19 governors schedule crucial security meeting with traditional rulers in Kaduna to address escalating attacks and kidnappings. Citizens urged to support security agencies.

Free HPV Screening Launched in Nasarawa State

NAPHDA & Pathfinder International launch a free cervical cancer screening & HPV vaccination initiative in Nasarawa. Over 100 women to be screened. Protect your health today!

VIPs Protest Police Escort Withdrawal by Tinubu

Nigerian VIPs express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police escort withdrawal. Many doubt NSCDC's capability to provide adequate protection amid rising insecurity.

6 Southwest Governors Make 3 Key Demands from Tinubu

Governors from Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti states have presented three crucial demands to President Tinubu, including state police creation and enhanced security measures to combat regional insecurity.

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