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Governor Adamu Receives Fourth Honorary Doctorate Degree
03/19/06
Honour once again came the way of Governor Adamu at the weekend as he was honoured with a doctorate degree in law by the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.

Photo Album: Governor Adamu Receives Fourth Honorary Doctorate Degree
03/19/06

Governor Adamu Bags Another Honourary Doctorate
03/12/06
The reward for hard work, it is said, is never far in coming. For Governor Adamu, the rewards then to pour in torrents. And over this weekend, Governor Adamu has once again bagged a honourary doctorate degree from the University of Port Harcourt.

Governor Adamu pleads for understanding in London
01/18/06
Democracy is still on course in Nigeria despite some anxiety over the 2007 elections, Governor Abdullahi Adamu of Nasarawa State has declared.

Governor Adamu in Owerri, Delivers Champion Lecture
11/29/05
The success or failure of democracy lies on the people, not on democracy itself; and therefore the capacity of democracy to do both the possible and the impossible is a function of its support system. Photo album

Nasarawa Celebrates Governor Adamu at 59
07/25/05
Nasarawa State citizens gather at the Farin Ruwa waterfalls to celebrate the life and time of Governor Adamu as he clocks 59.

Governor Adamu Condoles British People over Bomb Attack
07/13/05
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has said the perpetuators of the London transport bombings, by resorting to evil methods, will certainly fail in the pursuit of whatever objectives they want to achieve.

Nasarawa Government Set to Tackle Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS
07/07/05
Governor Adamu has restated Nasarawa state government's commitment to the fight against tuberculosis and the HIV/AIDS pandemic.

Footprints of an achiever
07/07/05
Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu, Governor of Nasarawa State is going the extra mile to make a difference in the lives of Nasarawa people.

'I like putting smiles on the faces of people'
07/07/05
Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu, Governor of Nasarawa State, speaks with on his political programmes and strategies and his passion to help Nigerians.

Foot in the Door
07/02/05
Nasarawa State may be known as 'The Home of Solid Minerals,' but its tourism potential is the envy of nearby states. Now Governor Abdullahi Adamu has hatched a plan to get the tourism-bucks to start rolling in.

In Kaduna, Governor Adamu Challenges Northern Nigerian Press
06/28/05
A challenge has been thrown to the Press in Northern Nigeria to be much more vibrant and enterprising in the defence of the interests of the North.

Governor Adamu Commends Iranian Role In International Politics
06/20/05
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has commended the leading role of Iran in international politics.

Bassa Community Pay "Thank You" Visit to Governor Adamu
05/27/05
The Pan - Bassa Coalition of Chiefs, elders and youth from all parts of the country have paid a thank you visit to Governor Adamu in Lafia.

COMPASS Project Launched in Nasarawa State
05/19/05
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has restated Government commitment to the promotion of the well being of its citizens, especially the younger generation.

Governor Adamu Confered With Chieftaincy Title
05/09/05
The Ooni of Ife, Alayeluwa Oba Okunade Sijuwade Olubuse II has confered Governor Adamu with the distinguished Traditional title of Aare Obateru of the Source, Ile-Ife.

Nasarawa Gets Nine New Permanent Secretaries
04/13/05
The Nasarawa State government commends the civil service for holding faith with it for the past five years.

Governor Adamu Signs 2005 Appropriation Bill
02/03/05
Nasarawa state government has established a due process unit in the ministry of budget and economic planning to monitor capital expenditure in the state.

Sallah Celebrations in Nasarawa
01/20/05
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has called on all muslims to imbibe the spirit of faith, sacrificial giving, love and peaceful co-existence which are necessary ingredients for development

Governor Adamu, at Federal University Akure, Honoured with a Doctorate Degree
12/09/04

In Zing, Governor Adamu Urges Political Tolerance
12/09/04

House salutes Gov. Adamu over appropriation bill
11/29/04
The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has passed a resolution commending the state governor, Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu, for presenting the 2005 Appropriation Bill to the legislature in good time.

Nasarawa State and DFID Seek to Partner in Development
10/05/04
The Nasarawa state government is seeking ways to establish a mutually beneficial relationship with the British Department For International Development (DFID).

Nigeria's is 44 while Nasarawa State Clock's 8
10/04/04
Celebrations commemorating Nigeria’s 44th independence anniversary has been held in Lafia, just as Nasarawa state marked its 8th anniversary of creation.

Nasarawa Children's Parliament Inaugurated
10/04/04
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has inaugurated the Nasarawa State Children’s Parliament which is composed of children from across the state.

Solid Minerals Take Center Stage As Minister Visits Nasarawa State
08/29/04
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has called for the development of solid minerals as an alternative to Nigeria’s mono-economy.

Governor Adamu Hosts Vision Africa Team
06/17/04
A team from the United States of America, under the auspices of Vision Africa, has visited Governor Abdullahi Adamu.

Governor Adamu Receives Nigeria's Representative To Miss Tourism Pageant
01/15/04
Governor Adamu has received in audience Nigeria's representative to Miss Tourism World Pageant held last month in Switzerland.

2004 Appropriation Bill Signed Into Law
01/15/04
Governor Adamu has signed the Nasarawa state 2004 appropriation bill that gives details of financial expenditures for the year.

Governor Adamu Challenges Communities
12/30/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has urged communities in Nasarawa state to rise up to the challenges of traditional independence.

Adamu Counsels Christian Pilgrims
12/23/03
Christian Pilgrims from Nasarawa State have been urged to be good ambassadors of the State by giving good account of themselves while in the Holy Land.

Budget 2004: Governor Adamu warns against dependence on Federal Government
12/20/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has again warned against Nasarawa state's "almost total" dependence on the Federal Government for its revenue.

Workshop Opens For District Heads
12/19/03
Traditional District Heads in Nasarawa state have been warned not to cause confusion and tension in their domains.

British Monarch, Queen Elizabeth In Historic Visit To Nasarawa State
12/06/03
Queen Elizabeth II of England currently on a state visit to Nigeria has paid a visit to Nasarawa State where she was treated to the best of Nigerian culture and rural life.

New Head of Service Sworn-in As Independent Power Project Gets Committee
10/26/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has charged the Nasarawa State Civil Service to gear up to the challenges of the 21st century.

Governor Adamu Felicitates With Minister Akwanga
10/04/03

Governor Abdullahi Adamu has paid a courtesy call on the Honourable Minister for Labour and Productivity, Alhaji Husseini Zanwa Akwanga, over his appointment as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

 

Keffi Emir Calls On Governor Adamu
10/04/03
The Emir of Keffi, Alhaji Mohammed Chindo Yamusa has extolled the leadership virtues of Governor Adam, comparing him with the Alhaji Ahmadu Bello, the late Saraudana of Sokoto.

Governor Adamu Tasks Nigerian Youth
09/20/03
Members of the National Youth Service Corps serving in Nasarawa state have been enjoined to work towards the achievement of national unity and development.

Governor Adamu Tasks Communities on Self-Help Projects
09/04/03
Communities in Nasarawa state have been urged to embrace the culture of self-help projects instead of wholly depending on government for their developmental needs.

Governor Adamu Extols Chief Solomon Lar's Virtues
09/04/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has paid glowing tributes to the political virtues of Chief Solomon Lar, the undisputed leader of the middle belt.

Education Remains the Gateway and Key to National Development
09/03/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has stated that education remains the only viable solution to ignorance and the most potent panacea to servitude as well as the gateway to the future and the key to national development

Information Technology Has a Fundamental Role to Play in Development
09/01/03
Our early awareness of the fundamental place of the dynamism in the information industry prompted the establishment of an Information Technology Center in Lafia, says Governor Adamu.

Canadian High Commissioner, Parliamentarians Visit Nasarawa State
08/27/03
A group of six federal parliamentarians from Canada are in Nasarawa state on a visit.

Democracy Thrives on the Rule of Law and Order
08/26/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu says democracy thrives best when the rule of law and order is institutionalized. Photo album

North Korean Ambassador, Kim Pong Si Calls On Governor Adamu
08/26/03
The Ambassador of the Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea in Nigeria, His Excellency, Mr. Kim Pong Gi, has paid a courtesy call on Governor Abdullahi Adamu

Governor Adamu In Niger State, Commiserates With Governor Kure
08/26/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu, in his capacity as Chairman of the Nigeria Governor's Forum, has paid a visit to Minna, capital city of Niger State to commiserate with Governor Kure over a recent attack on his convoy

Agriculture is the Mainstay of Our Economy
08/26/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has pledged to make Agriculture the focus of his second four-year tenure.

Governor Adamu Inspects Work On Nasarawa Golf Course
08/19/03
Construction work on the Lafia Golf Course has commenced in earnest. This was disclosed to Governor Adamu when he paid an inspection visit to the site along Makurdi Road, Lafia

Nasarawa Government Pledges To Eradicate Polio
08/19/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has pledged his administration's commitment to ensure the total eradication of the wild polio virus in Nasarawa state.

Nasarawa Holds Gala Night For UNICEF Conference Attendees
08/18/03
A night of music and dances has been held for attendees of a UNICEF top policy makers meeting scheduled to hold in Lafia on Monday, August 18, 2003. Picture album

Husseini Akwanga, Minister For Labour and Productivity Visits Governor Adamu
08/18/03
Alhaji Husseini Zanwa Akwanga, Federal Minister for Labour and Productivity who is from Nasarawa State, at the Weekend paid a courtesy call on Governor Adamu to thank him for the role he played in his nomination and confirmation process.

Nasarawa Commissions Business Information Centre
07/22/03
Nasarawa State Government has commissioned its Business Information Centre for the provision of information towards the establishment of small-scale enterprises.

Governor Adamu Receives Health Service Report
07/09/03
A report of the assessment of health facilities in Nasarawa state undertaken by Adams and Associates of the USA has been submitted to Governor Abdullahi Adamu in Lafia.

Governor Adamu Receives Yet Another Award
07/06/03
The Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa adds another feather to the loaded cap of Governor Adamu when they conferred on him the prestigious award of Honarary Fellow of the Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa (FFPN).

Governor Adamu In Abuja: Visits Senate President, Speaker House of Representatives and Inspector General of Police
06/23/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu on Monday took time to visit various national officers at Abuja in conjunction with the elected members of the national assembly from Nasarawa state.

Governor Adamu Inaugurates 2nd Session Of Nasarawa Parliament
06/11/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu urges members of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly to rise up to the challenge of legislative support to ensure improved performance in second tenure. Photo album 

Governor Adamu Commences Second Term
05/30/03
At a ceremony that drew an un-precedented crowd to the Lafia stadium, Governor Abdullahi Adamu has taken the oath of office to commence a second four-year term as Governor of Nasarawa state. Picture album 

Nasarawa Ready For Governor Adamu's Inauguration
05/29/03
Lafia, the capital city of Nasarawa state took on a new look yesterday as activities leading to the swearing-in today of Governor Abdullahi Adamu reached their highest tempo. Photo albums - novelty match - dinner 

Electoral Commission Presents Governor Adamu With Election Certificate
05/22/03
The Nigerian Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented the certificate of victory to Governor Abdullahi Adamu and other governor's elect from the thirty-six states of the federation. Photo album

Governor Adamu In Triumphant Entry Into Lafia
04/29/03
Lafia, the capital city of Nasarawa state stood on its toes today as a triumphant Governor Abdullahi Adamu rode through its streets in his first entry after the gubernatorial elections which he won. Picture album

Jubilating Crowds Take Over Governor Adamu’s Home
04/28/03
Crowds of celebrants, rejoicing over the victory of Governor Adamu have virtually taken over the lawns of his country home in Keffi. Photo album

Governor Adamu Bags Another Fellowship Awards
04/25/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu, basking from his victory at the polls, has bagged another fellowship award. Photo album

Victory Celebrations Begin In Nasarawa State
04/22/03
Celebrations marking the victory of Governor Abdullahi Adamu has commenced in various part of Nasarawa state. Photo album

Governor Adamu Wins In Nasarawa State
04/21/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has won a resounding victory at the 2003 gubernatorial elections in Nasarawa state.

Presidential and Gubernatorial Elections Peaceful In Nasarawa State
04/19/03
The Presidential and Gubernatorial elections have commenced in Nasarawa State. The first family comprising of Governor Adamu and his wife, Hajia Khadija Adamu voted at the Government college polling station at 10.15am this morning. Photo album

Governor Adamu Calls For Peaceful Elections
04/18/03
On the eve of the presidential and gubernatorial elections, Governor Abdullahi Adamu has made a statewide radio and television broadcast which centered on the need to maintain peace and order during the elections.

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04/17/03

Governor Adamu and Wife Cast Votes At Keffi Polling Center
04/12/03
At exactly 1.05pm on Saturday, April 12, 2003, Governor Adamu cast his ballot as he participated in the elections for the National Assembly seats in Nasarawa state.

Governor Adamu In Five Council Areas As Campaign Comes To A Close
04/10/03
The campaign team of Governor Adamu rounded up the tour of local governments today with visits to Giza, Obi, Lafia East, Lafia North and Lafia Central areas. Photo albums: Giza - Obi - Lafia East - Lafia North - Lafia Central

Ekye, Doma and Jenkwe Local Councils Take Their Turn In Hosting Campaign Team
04/10/03
More council areas in Nasarawa state take their turn in hosting the re-election campaign team of Governor Abdullahi Adamu. Those who took their turn on Wednesday, April 9,  were Ekye, Doma and Jenkwe. Photo album: Ekye - Doma - Jenkwe

Campaign Team Arrives Azara, Awe and Keana
04/08/03
If the crowds that turned out to welcome Governor Adamu to Azara, Awe and Keana local government areas are anything to go by, then the gubernatorial elections can be said to have been won by him. Photo albums: Awe - Azara - Keana

Akwanga West, Akwanga Central and Akun Areas Host Governor Adamu’s Campaign Team
04/05/03
It was the turn of three more local government areas to receive Governor Adamu on his campaign tour. Those that received him were Akwanga West, Akwanga Central and Akun. Photo album: Akwanga West - Akwanga Central - Akun

Overwhelming Crowds Welcome Governor Adamu Into Agidi and Nasarawa-Eggon Council Areas
04/07/03
In a show of unprecedented support for the re-election efforts of Governor Abdullahi Adamu, overwhelming crowds gathered to welcome the campaign team into Agidi and Nasarawa Eggon local government areas. Photo albums: Agidi - Nasarawa-Eggon 

Campaign Team Arrives Farin-Ruwa and Wamba Council Areas
04/06/03
The Abdullahi Adamu re-election campaign has continued to draw unprecedented crowds as it moves across the length and breath of the state. This time the team has arrived in Farin-Ruwa and Wamba local government areas. Photo albums: Farin-Ruwa - Wamba

Campaign Tour In Kokona, Agwada and Keffi Local Areas
04/05/03
The on-going statewide campaign tour of Governor Adamu moves on to three more local government areas - Kokona, Agwada and Keffi. Photo album: AgwadaKeffi - Kokona

Karu, Karshi and Panda Local Areas Receive Governor Adamu’s Campaign Team
04/03/03
Three more local government areas on Wednesday received the campaign team of Governor Abdullahi Adamu in continuation of his tour of all the nooks and crannies of the state. The campaign team visited Karu, Karshi and Panda.

Governor Adamu’s Campaign Tour Goes To Toto, Gadabuke and Nasarawa Local Areas
04/02/03
The campaign tour of Governor Abdullahi Adamu has entered its second day, taking him to three more local government areas in the western senatorial district of the state

Udege Council Area Receives Governor Adamu’s Campaign Team
04/02/03
Carnival atmosphere welcomes Governor Abdullahi Adamu to Mararaban Udege, headquarters of the Udege local council, in continuation of his re-election campaign

Governor Adamu At Loko, Lunches Campaign For Re-Election.
04/02/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu launches his re-election campaign in the ancient town of Loko on Monday, March 31, 2003. With the formal launching of the campaign, the race for the exalted position of Governor of Nasarawa state has commenced in earnest.

Governor Adamu’s Campaign Programme Released
04/02/03
The campaign schedule of Governor Adamu to all local government areas in the state has been released. The campaigns, which commenced Monday, March 31, 2003, will last till Thursday, April 10, 2003

President Obasanjo in Nasarawa State, Launches Presidential and Gubernatorial Campaigns
03/25/03
Nigeria’s President Olusegun Aremu Obasanjo has visited Nasarawa State where he led the crème de la crème of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to launch the presidential and gubernatorial campaigns for the April 2003 elections in the state.

Over N860 Million Collected at Governor Adamu’s Re-Election Dinner
03/21/03
A fund raising dinner held to launch Governor Adamu’s re-election bid in Nasarawa State nets over N860 million. Friends and associates of the Governor at the event attended by President Obasanjo and the Peoples Democratic Party Chairman, Audu Ogbeh raised the money.

Governor Adamu Convocates With A Doctorate In Law
03/18/03
Governor Adamu has been conferred with a honourary doctorate degree the Rivers State University of Technology.
Photo album of the convocation ceremony

Governor Adamu in Edo State, Opens Ogbe Hard Court Tennis Championships
02/19/03

Governor Abdullahi Adamu has paid a 2-day visit to Benin, the Edo State capital at the invitation of his colleague, Governor Lucky Igbinedion.

Pixs of Governor Adamu's visit to Benin

Religion must be a unifying factor
02/16/03
Governor Abdullahi Adamu urges Muslims in the state to make religion a unifying, rather than a divisive factor. He made this appeal while addressing members of the muslin ummah who came to Government House under the aegis of the Jamartul Nasir Islam (JNI) to pay him the traditional sallah homage

Governor Adamu Wins PDP Governorship Primaries
01/05/03
It was a sweet relief for Governor Adamu and his numerous supporters when it was announced that he had swept the votes at the just concluded PDP gubernatorial primaries in the state.

President Obasanjo Condoles Governor Adamu
12/30/02
President Olusegun Obasanjo has condoled Governor Adamu and his family over the demise of his mother.

Sympathizers Throng Governor Adamu’s Home
12/30/02
Thousands of sympathizers have been thronging the country home of Governor Abdullahi Adamu to condole him over the death of his mother.

Governor Adamu Loses Mother
12/22/02
The death has been announced of the mother to the Executive Governor of Nasarawa State, Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu, Hajia Aishatu Madaki.

Barrister Joel Aninge, Odyong Nyankpa Installed as 2nd Class Chief
12/11/02
Governor Abdullahi Adamu of Nasarawa state has restated his administrations commitment to doggedly transform the fortunes of the long-suffering masses of Nasarawa state

Nasarawa Muslims Pay Sallah Homage to Governor Adamu
12/11/02
The Muslim community in Nasarawa state under the auspices of the JNI has paid the traditional sallah homage on Governor Abdullahi Adamu. Led by the Emir of Lafia, the visit was organized as a show of solidarity to the government and to jointly thank God for the seeing them through the one-month Ramadan period.

Transport Workers Pledge Support For Governor Adamu
12/02/02
Members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers in Nasarawa State have pledged their support for the administration of Governor Adamu. They made this known while on a courtesy visit to Governor Adamu at Government House Lafia.

Eggon Communities Pledge Support For Governor Adamu
12/02/02
A combination of all Eggon communities in Nasarawa state has pledged their support for the re-election bid of Governor Abdullahi Adamu. The communities which came under the aegis of the Eggon Development Association, made this declaration at a courtesy call on Governor Adamu at Lafia.

Nasarawa House of Assembly Supports Governor Adamu's Re-election Bid
11/05/02
The entire members of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly have unanimously offered their support to the re-election bid of Governor Adamu

GTZ Officials Visit Governor Adamu
10/31/02

Officials of the German government Employment-oriented Private Sector Development (EOPSD) otherwise known as the GTZ, paid an official visit to Governor Adamu.

Our Youth Must Be the Vanguard of Our Democracy
10/08/02
Governor Adamu has called on Nigerian youth to strive to uphold the tenets of democracy, transparency and discipline.

Howard Strauss, Canadian High Commissioner Visits Nasarawa State
10/04/02
The Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Howard Strauss, today began a 2-day visit to Nasarawa state.

Karu Development Strategy Being Developed
10/04/02
An initiative to ensure the proper planning and development of Nigeria’s fastest growing settlement has been launched. Supported by the World Bank and the United Nations, the programme aims at involving various strata of the community in the comprehensive development of Karu

I Will Contest the 2003 Elections, Says Governor Adamu
10/01/02
The Lafia Township Stadium broke into a tumultuous and thunderous ovation when Governor Adamu finally confirmed that he would be presenting himself as a candidate for the 2003 gubernatorial elections.

Education is the Road to Democratic Sustenance
09/25/02
Governor Adamu says his government will continue to give education its highest priority because it was the only way to nurture the country’s nascent democracy.

730 Youths Commence National Service in Nasarawa State
09/22/02
Governor Adamu urges corps members posted to Nasarawa State to imbibe the virtues of discipline, hard work and community spirit.

Voter Registration Flagged Off In Nasarawa State
09/13/02
Governor Adamu has flagged off the 2002 voter registration exercise in Nasarawa state.

Technological Education is the Basis of National Development.
09/13/02
Speaking at the first matriculation ceremony of the Nasarawa State Polytechnic in Lafia,  Governor Abdullahi Adamu declared that no nation can develop if it neglected its technological education.

Governor Adamu wins education technology award for excellence
08/31/02
The Technical Education Trade Fair Support Services has conferred on Governor Abdullahi Adamu The Education Technology Award for Excellence in recognition of "outstanding contribution to the development of education in Nigeria."

Mass turnout at a rally to adopt Governor Adamu as 2003 gubernatorial election candidate
08/31/02
Lafia, the capital city of Nasarawa State, witnessed a phenomenal event as the people of Nasarawa South Senatorial came out in their multitudes in a rally organized to express solidarity with Governor Abdullahi Adamu and his administration.

Gov. Adamu presents report on I.D. Card Project and Voters Registration Exercise
08/27/02
Remarks of Governor of Nasarawa State, Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu, Chairman, Presidential Committee on the Identity Card Project and the Registration of Voters Exercise at the presentation of the report of the committee

American State Department Official Visits Nasarawa State
08/12/02
An official of the United States Department of State has visited Nasarawa state in continuation of consultations by the State Department on the on-going preparations for the 2003 elections.

Frontline Women Politicians Pledge Support for Governor Adamu
08/06/02
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has received accolades for his exemplary and purposeful leadership from frontline women politicians.

Governor Adamu Heads Committee on National Identity Card and Voters' Registration
08/05/02
Nigeria's President Olusegun Obasanjo has appointed Governor Abdullahi Adamu to head a Federal Committee on National Identity Card and Voters' Registration Exercise.

Obasanjo Solidarity Forum meets in Nasarawa State
07/06/02
A national meeting of the Obasanjo Solidarity Forum (OSF) has been convened in Nasarawa state. Governor Adamu told the gathering he was personally gratified to publicly identify with the efforts of the OSF to win support for His Excellency President Olusegun Obasanjo’s re-election bid in 2003.

PDP Holds Zonal Rally in Akwanga
07/02/02
The ruling Peoples Democratic Party has held a zonal rally in Akwanga to gather support for the party and also show solidarity with Governor Adamu’s administration.

Our Economy Has Nose-Dived
06/26/02
Nigeria's economy has nose-dived, making it difficult for governments across the country to satisfy the yearnings of their people as well as fulfill electoral promises, said Governor Adamu.

Giza Community Pay Courtesy Call On Governor Adamu
06/26/02
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has commended the people of Giza local government for the way they have restored peace to their communities.

Thugs Attack Governor Adamu
06/23/02
Political thugs in Lafia have once again attacked Governor Abdullahi Adamu. In a statement issued in Lafia, the attack was said to have occurred as the Governor’s convoy passed in front of Senator Haruna Abubakar’s house.

Toto Community Pay Courtesy Call on Governor Adamu
06/22/02
Communities in Toto Local Government Area, led by the newly inaugurated transition committee have paid a solidarity and courtesy visit on Governor Adamu.

Day of the African Child Celebrated in Nasarawa State
06/22/02
Children in Nasarawa state have been assured by Governor Adamu that his government will ensure that it provides them with access to the best learning facilities.


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Nasarawa Students Confer Award on Governor Adamu
Nasarawa State students studying at the University of Jos have conferred an award of Excellence in Governance on Governor Abdullahi Adamu.

 

Nasarawa Students Pledge Support for Governor Adamu
Students pledge their support for Nasarawa government and promise to mobilize all their colleagues to ensure the re-election of Governor Adamu as the Governor of the state during the 2003 elections

 

Our People Must Enjoy The Dividends Of Democracy
At the presentation of the bill for the creation of new local government areas in Nasarawa, Governor Adamu says the people of the state must be made to enjoy the true dividends of democracy

 

Autonomy is a Prime Factor for Development
A Speech by the Executive Governor of Nasarawa State to the National Assembly on the Creation of New Local Government Areas in Nasarawa State on May 27, 2001  

 

We Must Defend Democratic Values
Governor Abdullahi Adamu urges community and cultural associations in Nasarawa state to defend the nation's hard won democracy

 

Nasarawa West Senatorial District Endorses Governor Adamu for 2003Elections
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nasarawa West Senatorial District has called on Governor Abdullahi Adamu to contest the 2003 gubernatorial election in Nasarawa state.

 

Agwada  (Ashi) Youth Honour  Governor Adamu 
The youth of Agwada have honoured Governor Abdullahi Adamu for his meritorious services to the people of Nasarawa state on the annual Ashi youth day, which coincided with the formal take-off of the newly created Agwada Local Government 

 

Governor Adamu Calls For Religious Tolerance
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has called for religious leaders and preachers to exhibit a spirit of tolerance in their dealing with people of other faiths. The Governor stated this while addressing a mammoth crowd at the official investiture of a honourary Doctorate Degree on the Aren Eggon, His Royal Highness Dr. Bala Angbazo.

 

Former President Babangida condoles Nasarawa peopleFormer President Ibrahim Babangida has paid a condolence visit to the people of Nasarawa State over the death of Alhaji Yahaya Sabo, Marafan Lafia.

 

Military must strive to defend democracy
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has called on the Nigerian military to support the democratic process in Nigeria. He made the call while receiving the General Officer Commanding, 3rd Armoured Division, Jos at a courtesy call.

 

Moslems pay sallah homage on Governor Adamu
Moslems in Nasarawa state have paid the traditional sallah homage on Governor Adamu in Lafia. The homage is always paid by Islamic faithfuls during their religious festivals.

 

Governor Adamu commiserates with Plateau people over burnt Jos main market
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has paid a visit to the Governor of Plateau State to commiserate with the government and people of Plateau state over the recent fire incident which completely gutted down the Jos main market.

 

Howard F. Jeter, U.S. Ambassador Visits Nasarawa State
United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Howard Franklin Jeter has commenced a two-day visit to Nasarawa State. Ambassador Jeter who arrived Lafia in the evening of Friday, February 15, 2002 immediately paid a courtesy call on Governor Abdullahi Adamu at the Government House Complex.

 

Governor Adamu pledges to support small-scale enterprises
The Nasarawa state government will encourage the establishment and growth of small and medium sized enterprises as a major flank of its battle against poverty.

 

Education is the bedrock for development
Education has been described as the most important resource for human development by Governor Abdullahi Adamu while addressing a National delegates meeting of the All Nigeria Conference of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS) holding at the Ibrahim Abacha Youth Center, Lafia.

 

Governor Adamu meets Non-Governmental Agencies
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has held a meeting with all non-governmental agencies operating in Nasarawa state. The object of the meeting was to challenge the NGO's on the need to join government in the fight against all forms of societal ills and the upliftment of the economic status of the rural populace.

 

Governor Adamu restates commitment to enhance quality of education
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has restated his administrations strong commitment to enhance the quality of education being provided for the children of Nasarawa state. The governor made this commitment while receiving officials of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Literacy Enhancement Assistance Project (LEAP).

 

Swiss embassy officials visit Nasarawa State
The Government of Switzerland is set to commence work on the water projects promised to the Bassa displaced persons who returned to their homes in 2000. This was confirmed when Mr. Markus W. Probst, Counselor in the Swiss Embassy and Head of Abuja Office paid a visit on Governor Abdullahi Adamu.

 

Governor Adamu inspects on-going projects
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has undertaken an inspection tour of various on-going project in the state. The tour was undertaken to assess the extent of work on the projects.

 

National Democratic Institute officials visit Governor Adamu
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has pledged to support every initiative that will contribute to the sustenance of democracy in Nigeria. The Governor made this assertion while receiving officials of the Nigerian office of the National Democratic Institute (NDI) in his office.

 

Corpers end orientation programme
National Youth Service Corps members posted to Nasarawa state have completed their three-week orientation programme held in Keffi. Addressing the corps members at the camp closing ceremonies, Governor Abdullahi Adamu urged them to use their skill to better the lot of the rural communities where they will be deployed for their primary assignments

 

 
 
Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebrated in Lafia
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has commended the virtues and ideals of Nigeria's fallen heroes. He made the declaration during ceremonies commemorating this year's Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebrations in Lafia.

 

Governor Adamu pays condolence visit to Awe Local Government
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has paid a condolence visit to the people of Awe Local Government over the recent demise of Dr. Dalhatu Araf.

 

Governor Adamu challenges youths to fight societal ills
Governor Abdullahi Adamu called on Nigerian youths to assist government in the fight against all forms of societal ills. The Governor made the call at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2001/2002 first tier corps members at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Keffi.

 

Governor Adamu receives Inland Bank directors
Governor Abdullahi Adamu played host to Directors of Inland Bank Nig. Plc., who paid him a visit in his office. Governor Adamu praised the bank for its resilience in the face of a tough market.

 

Nasarawa State hosts sesame seed forum
Nasarawa state government has hosted a one-day stakeholders forum on Sesame seed production, processing and projection. Governor Adamu told the forum sesame seed had the potential of ameliorating the dangers posed by the country's dependence on a petroleum based monolithic economy.

 

Governor Adamu heads citizenship committee
Nigeria's President Olusegun Obasanjo has appointed Governor Abdullahi Adamu of Nasarawa state to head a federally constituted Committee on Provisions and Practice of Citizenship Rights in Nigeria.

 

Governor Adamu urges tolerance amongst communities
Governor Adamu has urged citizens of the state to learn the virtues of tolerance in order to promote harmonious existence among the various communities in the state.

 

Nigerian education academy honours Governor Adamu
The Nigerian Academy of Education has honoured Governor Abdullahi Adamu with it's Fellowship. The honour was bestowed on Governor Adamu in recognition of his tremendous contributions to the growth of education in Nasarawa State.

 

Nasarawa State Government proposes 17 additional local governments
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has proposed the creation of 17 additional local governments in the state. Governor Adamu announced this while addressing a special session of the House of Assembly in Lafia on October 17, 2001.

 

Pro-health International Medical Team Visits Nasarawa State
A team of Medical volunteers from Pro-Health International, a Non-governmental organization are in Nasarawa State to undertake a one-week free rural health care programme.

 

Nigerian Senate delegation commiserates with Nasarawa State 
A delegation of Nigeria's upper legislative chamber, the Senate, has visited Nasarawa state to commiserate with the people over the recent communal clashes in the state.

 

Nasarawa state is a microcosm of Nigeria
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has described Nasarawa State as a microcosm of Nigeria where every linguistic and ethnic group is represented. He has therefore called on all Nigerians to feel free to reside and invest in the state

 

Swiss government signs agreement with Nasarawa state government
The Government of Switzerland has signed a cooperation agreement with the Nasarawa State Government to supply water to Bassa resettlement villages in Toto local government area.
 

 

Governor Adamu urges Nigerian youths to consolidate the gains of democracy
Governor Abdullahi Adamu urged Nigerian youths to consolidate the gains of Nigeria's nascent democracy while addressing members of the National Youth Services Corps posted to Nasarawa State for their national service

 

International year of volunteers 2001 inaugurated in Nasarawa State

The role of Non Governmental Organizations [NGO's] in the development of any society cannot be over-emphasized declared Governor Abdullahi Adamu of Nasarawa State while inaugurating the board of the International Year of Volunteers [IYV] 2001, in Lafia on May 23, 2001

 

New market planned for Lafia

Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital is to have a new ultra modern market in the next six months. Governor Adamu made this declaration while laying the foundation stone for the market on Wednesday, May 23, 2001.

 

Year 2001 Fertilizer and Agro-chemicals Sales Season Launched in Nasarawa State
The Nasarawa State government has committed itself to the provision of agricultural inputs to farmers in the state. This declaration was made by Governor Adamu while launching the year 2001 fertilizer and agro-chemical sales season at Garaku.

 

Toto LGA Management Committee Sworn-in
The peace process initiated by Governor Abdullahi Adamu in Toto local government area of Nasarawa state has further been strengthened by the inauguration of a five-man management committee to run the affairs of the local government area.

 

Family names baby after Ms. Thoraya, UNFPA Executive Director
A Lafia, Nasarawa State-based family, whose baby girl was delivered while the UNFPA Executive Director, Ms Thoraya Ahmed-Obaid, was visiting the Lafia Specialist hospital recently, have named the baby after the Executive Director.

 

Governor Adamu warns civil servants against fraudulent practices
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has taken a swipe at fraudulent practices in the state civil service and warned civil servants that those who engage in such practices will not be spared.

 

Governor Adamu Tasks Religious Leaders
Nasarawa State Governor, Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu, has called for joint efforts between the government and religious bodies to improve the living standard of Nigerians.

 

May day parade held in Nasarawa State
Thousands of workers in Nasarawa state joined their colleagues all over the world on Tuesday, May 01, 2001 to celebrate the traditional May Day activities.

 

Nasarawa State parliament receives new fleet of vehicles
Governor Abdullahi Adamu has presented the Nasarawa State House of Assembly with a new fleet of 13 official vehicles. Making the presentation at a ceremony on Monday, April 30, 2001, Governor Adamu commended the high spirit of cooperation existing between the parliament and the executive arm of government.

 

History is made as Governor Adamu hosts Bill Clinton in Nasarawa State 
Nasarawa state was all splendors on Friday, April 27, 2001 when it became the first Nigerian State to host former American President Bill Clinton on a visit

 

Nde loan disbursement scheme kick off in Nasarawa State
The National Directorate of Employment [NDE] loan disbursement scheme has kicked off in Nasarawa State. The scheme, which is a federal government initiative, is part of government programmes to eliminate unemployment and poverty among the youth.

UNFPA Executive-Director visits Nasarawa State
Executive Director of the United Nations Fund for Population Activities [UNFPA], Ms. Thoraya Ahmed Obaid leads a high-powered delegation from the Fund Headquarters in New York to Nasarawa State

 

Governor Adamu pledges respect for all religious groups
Governor Abdullahi Adamu of Nasarawa State has pledged that the State Government will not discriminate against any religion.

 

Nasarawa and US firm sign accord to boost health care 

NASARAWA State Government and an American Health Consulting Firm, Adam and Associates International Inc. have signed a memorandum to facilitate the improvement of the state's health care system.  

 

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