Nasarawa police announce traffic diversion, movement restrictions ahead of Tinubu’s visit to Lafia

The Nasarawa State Police Command has announced movement restrictions and temporary traffic diversions in parts of Lafia. These measures are ahead of an All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

According to Daily Post Nigeria, the rally is expected to coincide with a visit to the state capital by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and is anticipated to attract political leaders, government officials, and party supporters. Police Public Relations Officer SP Ramhan Nansel stated in a press release issued Tuesday, November 3, that the arrangements are intended for crowd control and to ensure the safety of the President, his entourage, and the public.

The restrictions will affect specific routes, strategic locations, and adjoining roads within the Lafia metropolis to facilitate the movement of the presidential convoy. Daily Post Nigeria reported that the Command has advised motorists, motorcycle riders, and commercial tricycle operators to obey traffic regulations and follow directives at diversion points. Commuters have been urged to plan journeys in advance and use alternative routes to account for possible delays.

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