Abubakar Hassan Nalaraba, a member of the House of Representatives, has announced his withdrawal from the Nasarawa State governorship race for 2027, declaring his intention to contest for a Senate seat instead.

Supporters of other governorship aspirants in Nasarawa State have collapsed their structures to endorse Mohammed Adamu, a former Inspector General of Police, for the 2027 gubernatorial election on the All Progressives Congress platform.

Police in Nasarawa State, Nigeria, have arrested a 62-year-old man accused of selling fake currency notes, prompting authorities to urge residents to be vigilant.

The Nasarawa State government has initiated quarterly gratuity payments for 1,389 state and local government retirees, aiming to clear inherited backlogs.

Police in Nasarawa State have arrested a pastor on allegations of defiling a minor. The arrest follows reports of the alleged sexual assault.

A political forum in Nasarawa state is advocating for Nasarawa North to produce the next governor, aiming to maintain its hold on power in the upcoming 2027 elections.

As Governor Sule’s term approaches its end, the critical issue of Nasarawa's succession arises, prompting calls for the state to choose a visionary leader rather than reverting to traditional politics.

Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) announced plans to award an honorary doctorate to President Hassan in 2026, despite accusations that her government is responsible for killing protesters.

Nasarawa State in Nigeria has secured over $2.3 billion in investments since 2022 and plans a third investment summit in 2026 to further boost its economic potential.

On International Women’s Day 2026, the Vice-Chancellor of Nasarawa State University urged for unrestricted opportunities for females to achieve their full potential.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunny skies over the North-central region of Nigeria with patches of clouds, along with chances of thunderstorms and light rain over parts of Kogi and Nasarawa states for the next three days.

Nasarawa State Police Command arrested a suspected kidnapper, Jibril Yunusa, in Keana LGA and recovered an AK-47 rifle from the criminal hideout during a raid.

The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper and dismantled his hideout in Gidan Akuya Village, Keana Local Government Area, recovering an AK-47 rifle and launching a manhunt for other gang members.

The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested two suspected electric cable vandals during a routine patrol along the Gitata–Gunduma Road, recovering tools used for their activities.

The Police Command in Nasarawa State has detained two suspected vehicle thieves and recovered a stolen truck cabin in the Mararaba area of the state. The post Police detain two suspects, recover stolen truck cabin in Nasarawa appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nasarawa State is partnering with UNICEF to launch a polio vaccination campaign targeting over 1.5 million children, offering immunization and nutrition services.

Nasarawa State in Nigeria is actively engaging the Dangote Group to expand its industrial investments, leveraging the state's mineral resources to create jobs and stimulate economic growth.

Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State are working to select a consensus governorship candidate for the 2027 election, with Senator Ahmed Wadada gaining support.

The Nasarawa State police command has warned politicians against hate speech, calumny, and violence in the lead-up to the 2027 elections, threatening prosecution for violators.

Ovey Friday, a 13-year-old Nigerian student, was accused of witchcraft by his stepmother, taken to a traditional shrine in Nasarawa state, and tortured, resulting in the loss of his hand.

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State, Nigeria, have rallied in Lafia to show support for Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada's governorship ambition ahead of the 2027 election.

The Nasarawa State chapter of the ADC party staged a protest at the INEC office, demanding the resignation of Amupitan and expressing concerns about Nigeria potentially becoming a one-party state.

Police in Nasarawa State, Nigeria, confirmed that 11 people died and over 50 houses were burnt in a communal crisis in Akyawa and Udege Kasa communities.

The Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria (PCN) has sealed 131 drug outlets, including pharmacies and patent medicine stores, in Nasarawa State due to non-compliance with standards.

The Nasarawa State Police Command has successfully neutralized a suspected kidnapper and dismantled his gang, which had been terrorizing motorists along the Lafia–Akwanga Highway.

Police in Nasarawa State have detained a suspected kidnapper in the Akwanga Local Government Area, recovering a firearm during the operation.

The Labour Party in Nasarawa State has commenced an e-registration drive for new members, aiming to register over 50,000 people ahead of the 2027 elections Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-lp-begins-e-registration-targets-50000-members/

Nasarawa State expresses concern over rising gender-based violence, urging collective action. On IWD 2026, the government calls on women to report abuse. Read More: https://punchng.com/iwd-nasarawa-raises-the-alarm-over-rising-gender-based-violence/

Nasarawa State in Nigeria has attracted over $1 billion in foreign and domestic investments, projected to create over 22,000 jobs in key sectors.

Dr. David Umbugadu, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 Nasarawa State election, has officially resigned from the party, citing internal conflicts and leadership challenges. The post Former PDP gubernatorial candidate Umbugadu quits party; PDP reacts appeared first on Vanguard News.

Veterinary doctors in Nasarawa State are demanding an emergency declaration for abattoirs due to poor sanitation, warning of severe public health risks including potential anthrax outbreaks.

Governor Sule of Nasarawa State has sought increased investments from Dangote Industries in the state during a trade fair. The request aims to boost economic development in Nasarawa.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) is threatening industrial action due to unpaid allowances, poor funding, and other unmet government demands.

Benue and Nasarawa states are leading the North-central region in proposed education funding for 2026, yet all six states in the region still fail to meet Nigeria's 26 percent education budget benchmark.

The Nasarawa State Students Association (NASSA) has inaugurated its new president, Caleb Danladi Ekpo, and other executives, who will now champion student welfare.

Supporters of Nigeria's All Progressives Congress (APC) held a solidarity rally in Keffi, Nasarawa State, to endorse former Inspector-General of Police Mohammed Abukakar Adamu for the 2027 gubernatorial elections.

Police in Nasarawa State, Nigeria, successfully rescued a three-day-old abducted baby and arrested two suspects in connection with the crime.

Dr. Musa Ahmed Muhammed, the Accountant General of Nasarawa State, has resigned from Governor Abdulahi Sule’s administration to pursue his political ambition in the 2027 governorship election.

Alexander Ombugu, the Nasarawa State Chairman of the Labour Party, has dismissed claims of his alleged suspension, asserting his position as the recognized leader of the party in the state.

The Labour Party in Nasarawa State has commenced an electronic membership registration exercise, while insisting that the party’s constitution does not recognise any form of caretaker committee. The post Labour Party begins e-registration in Nasarawa, denies existence of caretaker committee appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nasarawa State, David Umbugadu, has met with members of a socio-political group, Coalition for Justice, following his recent…

The Nasarawa State Government has assured residents that the persistent power outages affecting parts of the state, particularly the capital, Lafia, will soon be resolved. The post End in sight for power outages in Nasarawa, says Gov Sule appeared first on Vanguard News.

Police in Nasarawa State have recovered a stolen DAF truck cabin and arrested two suspects following an intelligence-led operation in Mararaba, Karu Local Government Area. The post Nasarawa Police recover stolen DAF truck cabin, arrest two suspects appeared first on Vanguard News.