Nasarawa Police Urge Parties to Suspend October 10 Rallies Ahead of First Lady’s Visit

The Nasarawa State Police Command has urged political parties to suspend rallies scheduled for Saturday, 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 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 intended to prevent clashes between rival political supporters and avert potential security breaches.

The police also warned that hoodlums could exploit competing political activities to disrupt public order. Suspending the rallies, the Command said, would help ensure 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 police called on party leaders and stakeholders to cooperate by rescheduling their events.

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

It added that, in the interest of public safety and the peaceful conduct of political activities, parties should consider holding their rallies on a later date.

Commissioner of Police Mohammed reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to providing a level playing field for all political parties and enforcing the law during political activities across Nasarawa State.

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

The appeal comes as security preparations are being made for the First Lady’s visit to Lafia, with the police seeking to minimise the risk of confrontation and disruption during the high-profile event.