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.
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.
Zamfara State Government refuses to shut schools despite northern Nigeria's student abduction crisis. Commissioner reveals security measures to protect students while maintaining education.
Gunmen suspected from Zamfara kidnapped eight farmers in Kebbi's Gandun Wasagu. One victim shot, now hospitalized. Security forces in pursuit. #SecurityCrisis
Kebbi APC Youth Forum demands security probe into Zamfara PDP's comments on kidnapped Maga students. Read the latest on the rescue mission and political tensions.
Zamfara Police Command, in a joint operation, successfully rescued 25 women and children abducted by bandits in Kuraje village. All victims are safe and reunited with families. Read the full story of the heroic rescue.
Zamfara police and community guards rescue 25 women and children kidnapped by bandits from Kuraje village. Joint operation succeeds amid growing security concerns in northern Nigeria.
Ten northern states close schools as insecurity worsens. Governors implement emergency measures following attacks. Read about the security crisis affecting education.
Niger State lawmakers condemn the abduction of St. Mary's Catholic School pupils in Agwara. They demand decisive security action and pledge support for rescue efforts. #NigeriaSecurity
Zamfara State Police, in a coordinated operation, successfully rescued 25 kidnapped women and children from bandits in Kuraje village. All victims are safe and reunited with families.
Plateau State orders immediate closure of all schools due to rising insecurity. Learn about the closure dates and safety measures being implemented.
South-West governors, senators, and traditional rulers have outlined a comprehensive, tech-driven security strategy at a regional summit. Learn about the plan to safeguard the region.
Former VP Atiku Abubakar calls for state of emergency after gunmen abduct students from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger state. President Tinubu cancels foreign trips amid crisis.
Former VP Atiku calls for state of emergency after gunmen abduct students from St. Mary's School in Papiri. Read his urgent plea for action.
Hajiya Hurriya Dauda Lawal, Zamfara's First Lady, launches a major advocacy campaign for routine immunisation, urging mothers to protect their children from preventable diseases.
The Obong of Calabar cancels birthday festivities in solidarity with victims of violence in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Kwara states. A powerful gesture of national unity.
Zamfara Youth Network dismisses claims linking Defence Minister Bello Matawalle to bandits, calling them recycled lies. Group says state enjoying best peace in decade.
Zamfara State prepares for mass wedding of 200 orphans on November 23, 2025. The Zakkat Board confirms arrangements complete for this charitable gesture. Read details.
Zamfara State Zakkat Board prepares mass wedding for 200 orphans on November 23, 2025, plus business grants for women entrepreneurs and debt relief programs across the state.
A Nigerian man expresses heartbreak over Kwara church attack where armed men opened fire during service, forcing elderly women and children to flee for safety.
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has been selected to accompany President Bola Tinubu to the G20 Summit in South Africa. The delegation includes six other governors for high-level global talks on trade, climate, and AI.
Zamfara State reinforces commitment to combating gender-based violence with new Sexual Assault Referral Centre while Governor Lawal joins President Tinubu's delegation to G20 summit in South Africa.
Zamfara State, with UNICEF, launches a 5-year child nutrition strategy and alternative childcare guidelines to protect vulnerable children and combat gender-based violence.
Nigerian comedian AY Makun condemns escalating insecurity, calling Nigeria 'a crime scene' and demanding government action against kidnappings and killings.
Zamfara APC issues stern warning against anti-party activities, dismissing a lawsuit from Shinkafi members as baseless. Learn about the party's stance on unity.
Peter Obi condemns the devastating attacks in Kebbi and Zamfara, urging government action to rescue abducted students and overhaul security. Nigeria must not accept this violence.
President Tinubu, via Defence Minister Matawalle, commends troops in Zamfara for their courage and gains against bandits. He urges a final clearance of remnants with full federal support.
Defence Minister Bello Matawalle delivers President Tinubu's strong message to Nigerian troops in Zamfara, urging complete elimination of bandits. Read full details.
Prominent Niger lawyer Barrister Isyaku Danjuma remains captive for over 45 days as family desperately tries to raise N80 million ransom demanded by bandits. Read full details.
Armed bandits killed 3 people and kidnapped 64 residents in Zamfara's Tsafe LGA just one day after Defense Minister visited. Children and women among abductees in latest security crisis.
Northern Elders Progressive Group supports Zamfara's endorsement of President Tinubu for 2027, praises Matawalle's security efforts and military operations against bandits.