Zamfara's N861bn 2026 Budget Targets Growth
Governor Dauda Lawal presents a N861 billion budget for Zamfara's 2026 fiscal year, with 83% allocated to capital expenditure for transformation. Read the full breakdown.
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Zamfara: Two APC Lawmakers Defect to PDP
Two Zamfara State House of Assembly members have resigned from the APC, citing poor leadership and internal divisions. They have officially joined the PDP, strengthening the opposition's position in the state. Read more.
Zamfara Pledges Action on Out-of-School Children Crisis
Zamfara State Government commits to tackling the out-of-school children crisis, focusing on nomadic education. Governor Lawal's emergency declaration shows early results. Read more.
3 Killed in Zamfara Over N3,500 Yoghurt
Armed bandits killed three people in Danjibga, Zamfara, after a dispute over unpaid yoghurt worth N3,500. The attack forced residents to flee. Read the full report.
Zamfara's N861.3bn 2026 budget presented to Assembly
Governor Dauda Lawal presents a N861.3 billion budget for 2026 to the Zamfara State House of Assembly, with 83% allocated to capital projects in security, agriculture, and infrastructure. Read the full breakdown.
Resignation Call Over Defence Minister's Past Bandit Sympathy
Ex-Tinubu aide Denge Josef Onoh demands Defence Minister Bello Matawalle resign after a 2021 video surfaced showing him sympathising with bandits, calling it a conflict in Nigeria's terror fight.
Marafa Backs Trump's Threat, Challenges Tinubu on Insecurity
Former Senator Kabiru Marafa explains his support for Donald Trump's military intervention threat, citing state failure and urging President Tinubu to act with stronger political will against banditry.
FUGUS Matriculates 2,123 Fresh Students
Federal University Gusau (FUGUS) matriculates 2,123 students for 2025/2026, prioritizes science. VC warns against vices, public lecture addresses banditry's impact on education.
Senator Yari: Stop Calling Trump to Solve Nigeria's Problems
Senator Abdulaziz Yari criticises calls for US intervention in Nigeria's banditry crisis. He urges elites to unite and solve the nation's challenges internally. Read more.
School Security Crisis: Over 990 Abductions in 5 Years
Peace researcher Lekan Olayiwola exposes the rising kidnappings in Nigerian schools, detailing security gaps and proposing 3 actionable solutions to protect children. Read now.
MTN Network Outage Hits Three Northern States
MTN Nigeria alerts customers to a service disruption affecting 2G, 3G, and 4G networks in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Sokoto states due to a fibre cut. Engineers are working to restore connectivity. #MTN #NetworkOutage #Nigeria
Zamfara First Lady Pledges Support for Vulnerable Families
Hajiya Huriyya Lawal, Zamfara's First Lady, reaffirms her commitment to vulnerable families with essential supplies for quadruplets' parents and a strong stance against gender-based violence. Read her full action plan.
Zamfara Governor Woos Investors at Continental Summit
Governor Dauda Lawal promotes Zamfara's agricultural potential at Africa Investment Forum 2025, signs transformative MoU with MOFI to boost farming and create jobs.
Emergency Call for Zamfara Over Bandit Releases
Human Rights Watchdog demands Tinubu declare state of emergency in Zamfara after Governor Lawal freed 500 inmates, including hardened bandits. Read full details.
Recruitment: Security Agencies Announce Screening Schedule
The Civil Defence, Fire, Correctional, Immigration Board has announced the screening schedule for its recruitment. Shortlisted candidates can check the portal from Dec 1. Learn more.
Interior Minister Makes Unscheduled Security Visits
Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo conducted surprise inspections of NSCDC and Federal Fire Service commands in Abuja, reaffirming Nigeria's preparedness to tackle security challenges.
Interior Minister Charges NSCDC on Security Efficiency
Interior Minister Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo conducts surprise inspection of NSCDC FCT Command, urges personnel to enhance service delivery amid national security challenges.
Minister Tunji-Ojo Ends Tolerance for Security Excuses
Nigeria's Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo declares zero tolerance for excuses from security agencies during surprise Abuja inspection. Read about Tinubu's security directive.
Man arrested for defiling stepdaughter in Osun
Osun NSCDC arrests 32-year-old Richard for allegedly defiling his 12-year-old stepdaughter. Maggots found in victim's private parts. Suspect confessed after wife reported abuse. Read full details.
Zamfara Settles N67m Debt for 436 Freed Inmates
Zamfara First Lady Hajiya Huriyya Lawal has secured the freedom of 436 inmates by settling their N67.2m debt. The intervention occurred during a mass wedding ceremony for 200 orphans in Gusau.
Matawalle Denies Viral Security Claim
Defence Minister Bello Matawalle refutes a viral post alleging he said Zamfara's security initiative would fail without him. He calls it false and politically motivated.
Zamfara First Lady launches 16-Day GBV Activism
Zamfara State's First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched the 2025 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, calling for unified action and digital safety.
VIPs Protest Police Escort Withdrawal by Tinubu
Nigerian VIPs express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police escort withdrawal. Many doubt NSCDC's capability to provide adequate protection amid rising insecurity.
Zamfara FRSC impounds 146 vehicles, arrests 22 drivers
FRSC in Zamfara impounds 146 overloaded vehicles and arrests 22 drivers for bribery attempts in a major crackdown. Sector Commander warns motorists to comply with traffic laws for safety.
Zamfara Enhances Security to Keep Schools Open
Zamfara State government has unveiled new security measures to protect schools from bandit attacks, ensuring classes continue. Learn how they plan to safeguard education.
NSCDC FCT, Lions Club Fight Diabetes in Workforce
NSCDC FCT Command partners with Abuja Metropolitan Lions Club for workplace diabetes screening. Free health checks, drugs boost personnel wellness for safer capital.
Zamfara Govt Rejects School Closures Over Insecurity
Zamfara State Government pledges not to shut schools despite kidnappings in the North. New security measures are in place to protect students and ensure academic continuity.
Tinubu Withdraws Police Escorts From VIPs Again
President Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police escorts from VIPs nationwide. Officers to return to core policing duties in underserved communities. Will this time be different?
Zamfara Keeps Schools Open Amid Kidnapping Wave
Zamfara State Government refuses to shut schools despite northern Nigeria's student abduction crisis. Commissioner reveals security measures to protect students while maintaining education.
Tinubu withdraws police from VIP security duties
President Tinubu orders police withdrawal from VIP protection to focus on core duties. NSCDC to provide replacement security. 30,000 new police recruits approved.
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