Five injured in IED explosion in Zamfara
Five people were seriously injured after a motorcycle hit a suspected IED on a road in Zamfara's Bukkuyum LGA. Security has cordoned off the area. Read more for details.
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Katsina Govt Explains Release of 70 Bandits in Swap Deal
Katsina State government defends its decision to release 70 detained suspected bandits as part of a peace swap deal that has freed over 1,000 hostages and restored farming in affected LGAs.
Bandits Neutralized in Kogi Forest Raid
Security forces neutralize several bandits in a joint Kogi forest operation. Police urge residents to report suspicious individuals with bullet wounds. Full details and video.
4 Bandits Arrested with 65 Cows in Kaduna
Kaduna security operatives nab four suspected bandits and recover 65 rustled cows in Chikun LGA. Police vow to sustain anti-crime operations. Read details.
Kano Assembly Explains Governor Yusuf's Possible NNPP Defection
Kano lawmakers cite internal NNPP court battles as a major political risk, warning of a Zamfara-like scenario that could invalidate future nominations. Read the full details.
Zamfara Gov Inspects Shinkafi Projects, Lauds Progress
Governor Dauda Lawal inspected key projects in Shinkafi LGA, launched a 2,000-person empowerment scheme, and reaffirmed his administration's commitment to development and security in Zamfara State.
Zamfara Accuses Matawalle of Aiding Official's Abduction
Zamfara State Government alleges Minister Bello Matawalle used NSA's office to abduct a governor's aide in Abuja. Calls on President Tinubu to intervene. #Nigeria #Security
Bandits Kill Police Officer, 5 in Zamfara Attack
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 hands over airport security trench site
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 Gives 65 Motorcycles to Sanitation Supervisors
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.
Bandits Attack Katsina Communities, Abduct Many
Armed bandits launched coordinated night attacks in Malumfashi LGA, Katsina, abducting several residents. This follows a recent deadly mosque attack in the same area.
Zamfara Govt Pays ₦25m for Doctor's Certificate
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.
Police Rescue 5 Kidnap Victims in Zamfara
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.
Deadly Bandit Attacks Hit Zamfara, Plateau Communities
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.
Zamfara PDP Lawmakers Defect to APC, Fault Leadership
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.
Kwara Bandits in Forests for 15 Years, Govt Knew
Ifelodun Council Chairman Femi Yusuf alleges bandits have operated in Kwara forests for over 15 years with government knowledge. He claims locals collaborated with criminals.
Group Urges Yari to Address Public Fund Questions
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.
Ex-Gov Yari Under Scrutiny for Geregu Power Appointment
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.
Man Killed Over Watermelon Theft in Zamfara
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.
Zamfara Insecurity: Northern Group Criticises State Government
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.
Northern Group Brands Zamfara Governor Incompetent
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.
Nigerian Air Force Wipes Out Bandits in Zamfara Raids
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.
Kwara Bandits Demand N500m Ransom, NAF Strikes in Zamfara
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.
NAF Destroys Bandit IED Hub in Zamfara Air Strikes
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.
NAF Strikes Bandit IED Hub in Zamfara
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.
ADC Criticizes Tinubu's Foreign Trip After Zamfara Blast
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.
Zamfara Highway Explosion Kills Travelers, Police Confirm
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.
Fresh Explosion Kills 9 in Zamfara State
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.
Zamfara: 6 PDP Assembly Members Defect to APC
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.
6 PDP Lawmakers in Zamfara Defect to APC
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.
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