Gunmen suspected to be bandits have killed an Assistant Superintendent of Police and five villagers in Farin Ruwa, Zamfara. Several others were abducted. Read the full report on the escalating insecurity.
Zamfara State Government has handed over the site for a critical security trench at Gusau International Airport to the contractor. This move aims to fast-track the project and ensure aviation safety standards. #Zamfara #Infrastructure
Zamfara State Government has distributed 65 motorcycles to sanitation supervisors in Gusau to enhance city cleanliness. Governor Dauda Lawal also flagged off the distribution of 750 vocational tools to youths, emphasizing job creation.
Zamfara State Government settles ₦25m debt to Indian college, freeing Dr. Ibrahim Aliyu's medical certificate after nine years. A win for Governor Lawal's Rescue Agenda.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has announced a major cabinet reshuffle, removing the SSG and appointing new officials. Get the full details on the changes and the profile of the new SSG.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde announces major cabinet reshuffle, removing the SSG and appointing new officials including Prof. Musibau Babatunde. Get the full details on the changes.
Zamfara Police Anti-Kidnapping Unit rescues five women and children, repelling armed bandits on Gusau-Dansadau road. This follows recent NAF airstrikes on bandit hideouts in Tsafe LGA.
Bandits unleashed terror in Zamfara and Plateau states, killing multiple people with explosives and gunfire. Police confirm attacks, search for abducted villagers continues. Read the full report.
Oyo State government discloses the N30bn Federal aid for the 2024 Bodija explosion remains untouched. It also reveals the FG is withholding a N20bn balance. Full details inside.
Six PDP members of Zamfara State House of Assembly defect to APC, citing constitutional disregard, insecurity, and a 'dead' party. Read their full statements and the implications for state politics.
A civil society coalition calls on ex-governor Abdulaziz Yari to clarify financial management from his tenure after his new role at Geregu Power Plc. Transparency is key.
A civil society coalition calls for full disclosure of Abdulaziz Yari's asset declarations and stewardship of Zamfara's resources. Read the full demand for accountability.
A young man, Abdullahi Ibrahim, was allegedly beaten to death by Yansakai vigilantes in Gusau for stealing three watermelons. His family demands justice. Read the full story.
A northern advocacy group criticises Zamfara's government over worsening security, citing a recent road bombing. They warn of eroding public trust and call for an emergency security summit. Read more.
A northern civic group has called for federal intervention in Zamfara, accusing Governor Dauda Lawal of failing to curb escalating insecurity and terror attacks. Read more.
The Nigerian Air Force has eliminated dozens of bandits and destroyed their enclaves in precision airstrikes across Zamfara state. Read the full report on the latest security operation.
Terrorists demand N500m ransom for five Kwara road workers. Meanwhile, NAF precision strikes neutralize bandits in Zamfara. Read the latest on Nigeria's security challenges.
The Nigerian Air Force has destroyed a key IED manufacturing hub and neutralised bandits in precision strikes in Zamfara State. Read the full report on the latest success in the fight against armed banditry.
Nigerian Air Force precision strikes destroy IED manufacturing hub at Kachalla Dogo Sule's Camp and a hideout at Turba Hill in Zamfara, neutralising several bandits. Read more.
The ADC party condemns President Tinubu's trip to Europe and UAE following a deadly Zamfara bomb blast, citing a lack of empathy. Read details of the attack and political fallout.
A suspected IED explosion targeted travelers on the Yar’Tasha-Dansadau road in Zamfara State. Police confirm incident, casualties unconfirmed. Calls for urgent security action mount.
A deadly explosion has rocked Dansadau road in Zamfara, claiming at least nine lives. This is the second such incident in the state within a week. Get the latest details.
Six PDP lawmakers in Zamfara State House of Assembly defect to APC, citing constitutional disregard and the legislature's role as a rubber stamp for Governor Dauda Lawal. Read the full details of the political shift.
Six members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly have officially defected from the PDP to the APC, citing unresolved internal crises and poor governance. Get the full list of defectors and their reasons.
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal urges stronger federal security collaboration to tackle insecurity. Meanwhile, Chinese mining companies deny involvement in illegal activities and fueling terrorism.
The China Mining Federation of Nigeria refutes allegations of funding terrorism, stating Chinese firms are victims of insecurity. Experts call for urgent action on illegal mining in Zamfara.
Zamfara NSCDC deploys 555 personnel and Taraba Police intensify patrols to ensure safe Christmas and New Year celebrations. Read the full security plans.
Nigerian security experts call on President Tinubu to take immediate action against illegal mining in Zamfara, warning it fuels banditry and funds armed groups. Read the full report.
Security experts call on President Tinubu to urgently stop illegal mining in Zamfara, citing it as a major source of funding for bandits and a cause of insecurity.
CJTF and local vigilante groups eliminate notorious bandit leader Kachalla Isuhu Buzu in Zamfara, sparking celebrations. Read the full story on the security breakthrough.