18 h. ago 10 days on: 17 kidnapped boat passengers remain unaccounted for

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar About 17 boat passengers travelling from Calabar to Oron have so far spent 10 days with their abductors. The passengers, numbering 17, were kidnapped midstream on their way to Oron last Thursday. The abduction, which sparked concerns among travellers, was confirmed by the State Police Command. However, 10 days on, there […] The post 10 days on: 17 kidnapped boat passengers remain unaccounted for appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Sule flags off N592m bursary for 16,756 students, reiterates commitment to education

From Abel Leonard, Lafia Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State on Friday reiterated his administration’s commitment to prioritising education as he officially flagged off the 2023/2024 bursary disbursement of ₦592,223,000 to 16,756 students held at the state College of Education, Akwanga. In his address, Governor Sule appreciated stakeholders for the smooth conduct of the exercise, […] The post Sule flags off N592m bursary for 16,756 students, reiterates commitment to education appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Gov Sule flags off ₦592m Bursary for 16,756 students, reiterates commitment to education

From Abel Leonard, Lafia Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State on Friday reiterated his administration’s commitment to prioritizing education as he officially flagged off the 2023/2024 bursary disbursement of ₦592,223,000 to 16,756 students held at the state College of Education, Akwanga. In his address, Governor Sule appreciated stakeholders for the smooth conduct of the exercise, […] The post Gov Sule flags off ₦592m Bursary for 16,756 students, reiterates commitment to education appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Insecurity: Governors Should Stop Shifting Blame, We Have Enough Funds To Combat It – Nasarawa Gov

  Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has called on his fellow northern governors to assume full responsibility for the security of their states, emphasizing that the unprecedented financial resources now available leave no room for excuses. Speaking on Monday at the 2025 Northern Nigeria Investment and Industrialization Summit in Abuja, Sule highlighted that monthly […] The post Insecurity: Governors Should Stop Shifting Blame, We Have Enough Funds To Combat It – Nasarawa Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Security Operatives Rescue 8 Passengers In Kogi, 4 Still In Captivity

Security operatives in Kogi State have rescued eight kidnapped passengers out of 12 who were abducted along the Okene–Auchi road. The Kogi State Police Command confirmed the development on Saturday in Lokoja. According to the Command’s spokesperson, William Aya, the victims were travelling in a Big Joe Toyota Hiace commuter bus with registration number Edo […]

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8 d. ago Nasarawa govt threatens to shut down Akwanga abattoir over poor sanitation

Tribune Online Nasarawa govt threatens to shut down Akwanga abattoir over poor sanitation The commissioner, represented by Hussaini Babayayi, Permanent Secretary of the ministry, said the unhygienic practices at the abattoir posed a significant threat to the health and well-being of residents. Nasarawa govt threatens to shut down Akwanga abattoir over poor sanitation Tribune Online

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1 week ago Nasarawa Assembly declares state of emergency on Akwanga Sports Academy

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Nasarawa State House of Assembly Standing Committee on Youth and Sports Development has called on Governor Abdullahi Sule to urgently revamp the Akwanga Sports Academy, the country’s only multi-sports secondary school. The lawmakers made the call yesterday during an oversight visit to youth and sports facilities across the state. Chairman […] The post Nasarawa Assembly declares state of emergency on Akwanga Sports Academy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Lagos: Six Nabbed For Allegedly Kidnapping Business Partner, Using His Phone To Withdraw From His Bank Account

The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of six men accused of abducting their business associate in the Lekki area of Lagos. The victim, who is widely known by the nickname “Senator,” was reportedly held hostage for three days following a disagreement over a business transaction. According to a police source who spoke […] The post Lagos: Six Nabbed For Allegedly Kidnapping Business Partner, Using His Phone To Withdraw From His Bank Account appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nasarawa Govt confirms abduction of Governor Sule’s Aide Osolafia

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Nasarawa State Government has confirmed the abduction of Dr. Muhammed Egye Osolafia, popularly known as Deedat, who serves as the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Abdullahi Sule on Humanitarian Services. Osolafia was reportedly seized by gunmen on Saturday night at his residence in Tudun Amba, a suburb of Lafia, the […] The post Nasarawa Govt confirms abduction of Governor Sule’s Aide Osolafia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Governor Sule’s Aide Muhammed Egye Osolafia Abducted By Gunmen In Nasarawa

The Senior Special Assistant On Humanitarian Services To Governor Abdullahi Sule Of Nasarawa State, Muhammed Egye Osolafia, widely known as Deedat, has reportedly been abducted by unknown gunmen. The incident occurred on Saturday night when Osolafia returned to his residence in the Tudun Amba area of Lafia, the state capital. According to eyewitness accounts, the […] The post Governor Sule’s Aide Muhammed Egye Osolafia Abducted By Gunmen In Nasarawa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nasarawa Assembly Confirms Wandai As Electoral Commission Chairman

Nasarawa State House of Assembly has confirmed the reappointment of Barr. Ayuba Wandai Usman as chairman of the State Independent Electoral Commission (NASIEC). His confirmation was announced by the speaker, Hon. Danladi Jatau after scaling screening at the plenary in Lafia on Tuesday. LEADERSHIP earlier reported that Governor Abdullahi Sule had renominated Wandai as the […]

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3 w. ago Governor Sule Reappoints Wandai As Electoral Commission Chairman

Nasarawa State governor, Engr Abdullahi Sule, has reappointed Barr. Ayuba Wandai Usman as chairman, Nasarawa State Independent Electoral Commission (NASIEC). His appointment was announced by the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Ho. Danladi Jatau, during the proceedings yesterday in Lafia, the state capital Jatau said the House received an official communication from the governor […]

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4 w. ago Sule faces pressure as Nasarawa North youths push Senate agenda for 2027

From Abel Leonard, Lafia Nasarawa youths under the banner of the Progressive Youth Consultative Committee have openly launched a campaign to urge Governor Abdullahi Sule to contest the 2027 Senate race. The group, made up of 20 youth leaders, each from Akwanga, Nasarawa Eggon, and Wamba local government areas, was inaugurated on Saturday at Mbako […] The post Sule faces pressure as Nasarawa North youths push Senate agenda for 2027 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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