Nasarawa: Police ask parties to suspend October 10 rallies ahead of First Lady’s visit

The Nasarawa State Police Command has urged political parties in the state to suspend rallies scheduled for October 10, 2026, citing security concerns ahead of the visit of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, to Lafia.

The First Lady is expected to attend the All Progressives Congress, APC, North Central Grassroots Mobilisation Movement at Lafia Square on Saturday as the event’s Special Guest of Honour.

In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, the Command said the appeal was aimed at preventing clashes between rival political supporters, averting security breaches and stopping hoodlums from disrupting political activities.

The police also stated that the measure would facilitate the safe movement of the First Lady and other dignitaries expected at the gathering.

While acknowledging the constitutional rights of political parties to freedom of association, peaceful assembly and political participation, the Command urged party leaders and stakeholders to cooperate by rescheduling their rallies.

“The Command recognises and respects the constitutional rights of all political parties to freedom of association, peaceful assembly and political participation.

“However, in the interest of public safety and peaceful conduct of political activities, we urge stakeholders to cooperate by rescheduling their gatherings to a later date,” the statement said.

CP Mohammed reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to providing a level playing field for all political parties and enforcing the rule of law in the conduct of political activities across the state.

He also appreciated political parties and residents for their continued cooperation with the police, urging them to remain peaceful and law-abiding.