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Bandits Abduct Nasarawa Hospital Pharmacy Head in Zamfara

Bandits have abducted Maigana Lauwali Sani, Head of Pharmacy at General Hospital Nasarawa, while traveling on the Gusau–Anka Road in Zamfara State. The incident occurred on April 15, 2026, near a known flashpoint for armed attacks.

Troops Kill 60 Bandits, Son of Kingpin in Zamfara Operation

Nigerian military forces eliminated 60 bandits, including the son of wanted leader Alhaji Ado Allero, in a coordinated ground and air offensive in Zamfara State. The operation targeted key commanders and disrupted bandit networks across the North-West reg

Zamfara Governor Lawal Faces Political Hurdles in APC

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara earns accolades for policy reforms but faces fierce intra-party rivalry in the APC, with security challenges and fragmented politics threatening his second-term ambitions ahead of the 2027 elections.

Troops Kill Bandit Leader's Son, Many Terrorists in Zamfara

Nigerian military forces have neutralized several terrorists, including the son of a notorious bandit leader, during a major operation in Zamfara State. The raid targeted Ado Alero's camp in Tsafe Local Government Area on April 4, 2026.

Troops Kill 65 Bandits, Son of Wanted Leader in Zamfara

Nigerian troops neutralized 65 terrorists, including Kachalla Iliya Sarki, son of wanted bandit leader Ado Allero, in a major Zamfara operation. The seven-hour battle saw heavy casualties and marks a setback for banditry in the North-West.

Zamfara IPAC Suspends Elections After Crisis and Clashes

The Zamfara State chapter of the Inter-Party Advisory Council has suspended its state elections following a crisis that escalated into physical confrontations among members over alleged unconstitutional conduct and unresolved disputes.

Zamfara Chamber Backs Gov Lawal's Defection to APC

The Zamfara Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture has congratulated Governor Dauda Lawal on joining the APC, citing it as a boost for economic growth and political stability in the state.

Minister Reacts as Zamfara Governor Defects to APC

Minister of State for Defence Bello Matawalle has welcomed Governor Dauda Lawal's defection from PDP to APC, pledging collaboration on development and security in Zamfara ahead of the 2027 elections.

Police Foil Bandit Attack on Worshippers in Zamfara

Zamfara State Police Command, in collaboration with military forces, successfully repelled an armed bandit assault targeting worshippers during Isha'i prayers in Ruwan Dorowa District. The joint security team engaged the attackers in a fierce gun duel, fo

Zamfara Attack: 50 Killed, Many Abducted by Bandits

Armed bandits killed at least 50 residents and abducted women and children in an overnight raid on Tungan Dutse, Zamfara State. Local officials confirm the death toll as security concerns escalate in northwestern Nigeria.

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