Former senator Shehu Sani welcomes US military supplies to Nigeria, urging more international support to combat terrorists like Bello Turji in Zamfara. Details on the security partnership.
Zamfara APC denies Defence Minister Bello Matawalle's involvement in the arrest of the governor's aide, Saleem Abubakar. Party alleges the arrest by NSA's Special Forces is linked to terrorism and cybercrime.
A coalition of civil society groups has called on President Bola Tinubu to redeploy Defence Minister of State Bello Matawalle to bolster public trust in Nigeria's counter-terrorism operations. Read the full details.
The UN-WCD praises the strategic Nigeria-US military partnership for weakening terrorists. Diplomats urge institutional reforms to consolidate gains and ensure lasting victory. Read the full report.
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 Nigerian government warns terrorists are using PoS agents to collect ransom, evading detection. Security agencies are working with social media giants to dismantle terror networks. Read more.
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.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the government's request to reopen a major terrorism case against suspects linked to bandit kingpin Bello Turji. Read the full details of the charges and the new trial date.
The 2025 Global Terrorism Index exposes the nations suffering the most from terrorist violence. Discover the list and see where Nigeria ranks. Read the full analysis now.
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.
The Yoruba Youth Council opposes the Alaafin of Oyo's plan to honour former Zamfara Governor Abdulaziz Yari with a chieftaincy title, citing his record on banditry and insecurity. Read the full story.
A wave of defections by lawmakers and party officials to the APC signals a major political realignment. Get the full details on the moves in Rivers, FCT, Sokoto, Zamfara, and expert analysis on Nigeria's leadership crisis.
Angry mob assaults Zamfara lawmaker Kabiru Mika’ilu Dangulbi for alleged neglect. Separately, Kwara Assembly suspends Saba Yisa Gideon for 3 months over recording breach. Get the full details.
Angry residents of Dansadau, Zamfara, attacked state lawmaker Kabiru Mikailu, accusing him of poor representation and neglect amid banditry. Governor Lawal announced new projects during the tense visit.
Governor Dauda Lawal has directed the complete renovation and equipping of Dansadau Primary Healthcare Centre, including WASH facilities, to boost grassroots healthcare in Zamfara State.
Residents of Dansadau, Zamfara, attacked their representative, Kabiru Mikailu, accusing him of poor performance and neglect. The incident occurred during a governor's visit. Read the full story.
Nigerian troops have eliminated three terrorists and recovered weapons in Zamfara State during Operation Forest Sanity IV. Read the full report on the latest military success.
Governor Dauda Lawal has launched a European Union-funded project to build peace and resilience in conflict-hit areas of Zamfara and Katsina, targeting over 95,000 people. Read more.
Governor Dauda Lawal has presided over 58 State Executive Council sessions since 2023, approving key projects. He also launched a comprehensive 10-year development plan for Zamfara State. Read more.
Residents of Rini village, Zamfara, captured and lynched a bandit after a failed kidnapping operation. Security analyst confirms the incident. Read the full story.
Zamfara APC accuses Governor Dauda Lawal of unconstitutional budget presentation, urges Federal Government to suspend allocations. Party cites flaws in N861bn proposal.
Ibrahim Dosara, former commissioner to Defence Minister Bello Matawalle, dismisses revived corruption and security strategy claims as politically driven. He defends Matawalle's record and civilian oversight role. Read the full defence.
Former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele has vehemently denied allegations of financing terrorism in Nigeria, describing the reports as malicious and baseless. Read his full statement and the context of the claims.
Governor Dauda Lawal unveils Zamfara's first comprehensive 10-year development roadmap, focusing on six key pillars to transform the state's economy and security. Read the full plan.