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Zamfara elders condemns gov. Lawal over alleged witch-hunt of assembly members

May 5, 2025May 5, 2025 - by Blueprint

The Zamfara  Elders Forum has accused Zamfara state Governor Dauda Lawal of orchestrating a politically motivated campaign against nine elected members of the state House of Assembly, alleging that he …

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Zamfara APC tackles state government for harassing 9 lawmakers 

May 4, 2025May 4, 2025 - by Sanusi Muhammad

The Zamfara state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned of Zamfara state government to desist from witch-hunting the nine parallel members of the State House of Assembly …

Zamfara APC tackles state government for harassing 9 lawmakers  Read More
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Take-over call: Reps summon Benue, Zamfara governors, state assemblies

May 2, 2025May 3, 2025 - by Joshua Egbodo

  The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has summoned the governors of Benue and Zamfara states, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, and Dauda Lawal Dare, respectively, to appear before …

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Coalition slams ‘faceless’ critics spreading lies against defence minister Matawalle

May 2, 2025May 2, 2025 - by Benjamin Samson

 The association of Six geopolitical zone comprising retired security officers, paramilitary personnel, and community security professionals, has issued a strong warning against what it described as “faceless and desperate” individuals …

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Arewa group condemns call for emergency rule in Zamfara state

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 - by Sunny Idachaba

The  Arewa Youth Vanguard (AYV) has condemned recent statements by some obscure groups widely believed to be sponsored by a serving minister for the declaration of emergency rule in Zamfara …

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Zamfara APC chairman lauds Matawalle for support, assumes new role

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 - by Benjamin Samson

The All Progressive Congress (APC) Chairman for Zamfara state, Alhaji Tukur Umar Danfulani, has lauded Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, for his unwavering support. The …

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Group urges Tinubu to declare Emergency in Zamfara over ‘governance collapse’

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 - by Benjamin Samson

The Northern Youths Consultative Forum for Justice (NYCJ) has urged President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara state, citing a complete breakdown of governance, law, and …

Group urges Tinubu to declare Emergency in Zamfara over ‘governance collapse’ Read More
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2 factions emerge in Zamfara Assembly over security report 

April 24, 2025April 24, 2025 - by Sanusi Muhamma

There is palpable tension in Zamfara state House of Assembly as a new parallel assembly emerged on Wednesday.   The parallel assembly consists of ten members suspended last year by …

2 factions emerge in Zamfara Assembly over security report  Read More
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Bandits impose N60m levy on Zamfara communities 

April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 - by Admin III

  Bandits have imposed a N60 million levy on 12 communities in the Maru local government area of Zamfara state. Residents said the bandits imposed the levy to punish them for …

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Zamfara central urges Yazeed Danfulani to run for senate in 2027

April 21, 2025April 21, 2025 - by Admin III

A coalition of civil society organisations in Zamfara Central has publicly called on a philanthropist, Yazeed Danfulani, to contest for the senatorial seat in the National Assembly in the 2027 …

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Police rescue 6 kidnap victims in Zamfara

April 19, 2025April 19, 2025 - by Sanusi Muhammad

In its unwavering efforts to restore peace and security in Zamfara state the Police Command has rescued six kidnapped victims following a swift search-and-rescue operation.   The command’s Public Relations Officer, …

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2027: APC Zamfara elders to Gov. Dauda: No amount of vendetta against Matawalle’ll save you

April 16, 2025April 16, 2025 - by Sidi A. Umar

Ahead of 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) elders peace group in Zamfara state has condemned the recent outburst of Zamfara state  governor, Dr. Dauda Lawal Dare, against  …

2027: APC Zamfara elders to Gov. Dauda: No amount of vendetta against Matawalle’ll save you Read More
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Matawalle left N25.9bn in Zamfara treasury, former aide counters Gov. Dauda 

April 15, 2025April 15, 2025 - by Blueprint

A former aide to the erstwhile Zamfara state Governor, Bello Matawalle, Comrade Anas Abdullahi Kaura, has accused the current governor, Dauda Lawal, of disseminating falsehoods regarding the state’s finances to …

Matawalle left N25.9bn in Zamfara treasury, former aide counters Gov. Dauda  Read More
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Group worried over looming power seizure in Zamfara

April 14, 2025April 14, 2025 - by Adeola Akinbobola 

  A group, the Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development (PAPSD), has  expressed concern over “plots by some sponsored politicians who lost election in Zamfara state  to unconstitutionally …

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FG warns illegal miners over Zamfara lead poisoning

April 9, 2025April 9, 2025 - by Sunny Idachaba

  The federal government has warned illegal miners to immediately vacate all sites in Zamfara state, saying that all mining activities are still on hold until the release of standard …

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Coalition accuses Gov Lawal of betraying minimum wage agreement

April 4, 2025April 4, 2025 - by Blueprint

 A coalition of civil society organisations under the umbrella of Zamfara Patriotic Citizens has criticised Zamfara state Governor Dauda Lawal for allegedly failing to honour the tripartite agreement on the …

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Coalition lauds Zamfara on national minimum wage 

April 2, 2025April 2, 2025 - by Adeola Akinbobola

The Coalition of Rescue Support Groups in Zamfara state has commended Governor Dauda Lawal for implementing the N70,000.00 new national minimum wage to civil servants, the first time since the state …

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CSOs slam Governor Dauda over sacking of 2,363 workers

April 2, 2025April 2, 2025 - by Blueprint

 Civil Society Organizations under the umbrella of the Coalition of Zamfara Youths  has criticised Governor Dauda Lawal for removing 2,363 workers from the state’s payroll, describing the action “as unjust …

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Anti-party activities: APC youth counters Jaji’s claims against Matawalle

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025 - by Blueprint

The National Youth Vanguard of Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected allegations made by Honourable Aminu Sani Jaji, who accused the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Muhammed …

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2027: Group backs Zamfara governor 

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025 - by Adeola Akinbobola 

  The Zamfara State Rescue Movement (ZSRM) has thrown its weight behind the Zamfara state governor, Dauda Lawal, urging him to remain focused in delivering the dividends of democracy to …

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Eid-el-Fitr: Unity, prayers key to security – Matawalle

March 31, 2025March 31, 2025 - by Benjamin Samson

As Muslims in Nigeria and around the world celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, has urged …

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Eid el-Fitr: Zamfara APC elders commends Matawalle’s  for donating 100 cow

March 29, 2025March 29, 2025 - by Blueprint

Zamfara state elders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have lauded the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, for his generosity in distributing over 100 cows to party …

Eid el-Fitr: Zamfara APC elders commends Matawalle’s  for donating 100 cow Read More
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Zamfara APC remains strong – Group 

March 29, 2025March 29, 2025 - by Sidi A. Umar

..Berates Jaji over divisive comments  The All Progressives Congress APC Peace Initiatives group, Zamfara state chapter has berated a House of Representative member, Hon. Aminu Jaji over what it described …

Zamfara APC remains strong – Group  Read More
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Calls for Tinubu to declare state of emergency in Zamfara unpatriotic – Group

March 28, 2025March 28, 2025 - by Adeola Akinbobola

A group, the Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development says it is alarmed by the unpatriotic call for President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency …

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Zamfara APC to Jaji: You are nothing without Matawalle, Yari

March 28, 2025March 28, 2025 - by Blueprint

 Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara htate have criticised on Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji, the lawmaker representing Birnin Magaji/Kaura Namoda Federal Constituency, accusing him of disloyalty and …

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