By Isa Galanbi The recent piece which appeared in The Eyewitness Newspaper, lamenting the suitability of Nasarawa’s legislative stars for executive leadership reeks of baseless generalization and a troubling ignorance of political realities. To dismiss accomplished legislators as ill-equipped for executive roles not only undermines their proven capabilities but also reveals a glaring bias against … Continue reading Nasarawa 2027: A Reckless Dismissal of Legislative Excellence
Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State, was thrown into mourning today, Sunday following the cold-blooded murder of a prominent businessman Alhaji Sani Abdullahi, in the heart of the city. According to eyewitnesses, the attack occurred around 9 p.m. yesterday, after the victim had closed his shop located adjacent to the AEDC office along Makurdi Road. … Continue reading Editorial: Growing Insecurity in Lafia: A Threat to Lives, Livelihoods, and Investment
The recent resolution passed by the Nasarawa State House of Assembly directing Governor Abdullahi Sule to instruct security agencies to halt the alarming wave of insecurity in Lafia is a step in the right direction. Nasarawa Eye fully supports this resolution. However, beyond legislative pronouncements, the time has come for concrete answers and transparent action. … Continue reading Editorial: Insecurity in Lafia – Time for Accountability.
The damaged Alasamu Bridge. The Alasamu Bridge, a critical link connecting Keana to Lafia, was left severely damaged after a torrential rainstorm hit the area over the weekend. The bridge, which serves as a major thoroughfare for commuters and goods transportation between the two towns, is now partially impassable, creating a serious disruption for travelers … Continue reading Alasamu Bridge Connecting Keana to Lafia Partially Collapses After Heavy Downpour
By Our Reporter For many traders and late shoppers at Lafia Main Market, a visit that stretches past 6:00 p.m. comes with an unofficial price: a mandatory ₦50 fee to exit the premises, a practice some are now calling outright extortion. According to multiple accounts from traders and market users, the two main gates of … Continue reading After-Hours Exit Now a Toll: Allegations of Extortion at Lafia Main Market
By Our Reporter In a move seen as part of strengthening institutional collaboration and national unity, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Accounts, Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada, on Friday led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume. The meeting took place … Continue reading Senator Wadada, Others Pay Courtesy Visit to SGF Akume
Hon. Ibrahim Hamza In a significant political shift within Nasarawa State, Hon. Ibrahim Hamza, former Public Relations Officer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Lauded governor Abdullahi sule for his transformative agenda in Nasarawa state Hon Hamza whose defection marks a noteworthy moment in the state’s political … Continue reading Hon. Ibrahim Hamza, Ex-PDP PRO Commends Governor Sule’s Leadership in Nasarawa
By Isa Galanbi The recent so-called “survey” titled “Nasarawa 2027: Measuring The Early Groundwork Of APC Governorship Aspirants In Lafia” by Oriola A. Opeyemi and appeared in Nasarawa Mirror, pretends to offer insight into the political atmosphere of Nasarawa State, but in truth, it reads more like a poorly disguised promotional brochure for a few … Continue reading A Case Of Flawed Superficial Political Survey By One Opeyemi
The Hon. Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy affairs and Community Development today hosted a cordial and fruitful visit from the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman of Nasarawa State, Hon. Aliyu Bello, PhD, popularly known as Zarma Babban Lafia, alongside Barr Ahmad Bage, also known as Dankãden Lafia. The meeting, held at the commissioner's office, was … Continue reading APC Nasarawa State Chairman Dr. Aliyu Bello, Barr Ahmad Bage Visit Aminu Muazu At Ministry For Local Government.
By Muazu Elazeh The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is making renewed efforts to show that it remains alive and poised to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. At a recent meeting of the party’s governors’ forum in Zamfara State and the National Executive Council (NEC) held in Abuja, … Continue reading PDP And The Road To 2027
