11 dead, 52 houses burnt in Nasarawa violence
Tension turned deadly in parts of Nasarawa State on Friday as violence broke out between two communities, leaving at least 11 people dead and dozens of homes destroyed. The incident affected Akyawa and Udege Kasa, where residents were caught in the chaos. Reports indicate that about 50 houses were burnt in Akyawa, while two houses […]
Nasarawa government denies Governor Sule met Atiku in Mecca
The Nasarawa State government has denied reports that Governor Abdullahi Sule held a secret meeting with Atiku Abubakar in Mecca. The claim suggested that both politicians met during a religious trip and discussed plans ahead of the 2027 elections. However, the governor’s spokesperson, Ibrahim Addra, described the report as false and misleading. According to him, […]
Ahmed Audi retires as NSCDC boss
Ahmed Audi has retired as Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps after reaching the mandatory retirement age. He officially stepped down during the 2026 World Civil Defence Day celebration at the corps’ headquarters in Abuja. Audi was appointed on 1 March 2021 by former President Muhammadu Buhari and led the agency for […]
Nasarawa: Mob kills suspect, sets body ablaze over teenager’s death in Keffi
A violent mob incident in Keffi, Nasarawa State, has resulted in the death of a man accused of being involved in the killing of a teenage boy. The suspect, identified as Isma’ila Zaria, was reportedly attacked by an angry crowd and killed before security agencies could take control of the situation. His body was later […]
I came with ‘Tinubu’s cap’ in case you’re thinking of joining APC – Sule woos Gov Fintiri
There was light political drama on Monday when Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, jokingly urged Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, to consider joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Sule made the remark during the public presentation of a book titled “Fintiri, the man they could not stop,” drawing laughter and attention from guests at […]
Police neutralise armed robbery suspect, recover firearm in Nasarawa
The Nasarawa State Police Command has confirmed that its officers neutralised an armed robbery suspect during a security operation in the state. The incident happened when police operatives responded to intelligence about criminal activity in the area and moved quickly to prevent further harm to residents. According to the police, the suspect was confronted by […]
Nasarawa Assembly suspends Lafia LG Chairman for 90 days over leadership crisis
The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has suspended the Chairman of Lafia Local Government Area for 90 days following a serious leadership crisis in the council. The decision came after lawmakers reviewed complaints and reports alleging breakdown of governance within the local government. Members of the Assembly said the suspension was necessary to restore order […]
Military Declares War On New Terror Group ‘Wulowulo’
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has vowed to eliminate all terrorist groups operating within Nigeria, including the newly identified sect known as Wulowulo, reportedly active in Nasarawa State. The military made this declaration following concerns raised by Governor Abdullahi Sule, who described the group as a splinter faction of Boko Haram attempting to infiltrate the North-Central […]
Troops neutralise criminal in Benue, arrest suspects, recover arms in Nasarawa
Nigerian Army troops have neutralised a notorious criminal during an operation in Benue State and arrested several armed suspects in Nasarawa State, recovering dangerous weapons and ammunition in the process. According to military sources, the operation was part of ongoing efforts to curb insecurity, banditry, and communal violence in the North-Central region. The troops, acting […]
Governor Sule approves recruitment of 1,000 school teachers
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has approved the recruitment of 1,000 new teachers to strengthen the state’s education system and improve learning quality in public schools. The announcement was made by Dr. Kassim Muhammad Kassim, Executive Chairman of the Nasarawa State Universal Basic Education Board (NSUBEB), following a meeting with local government chairmen in […]