Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle , the former Governor of  Zamfara State  and current  Minister of State for Defence , stands out as one of the most consequential actors in  Nigeria ’s contemporary security landscape. His multidimensional strategy which combines peacebuilding, intelligence-driven engagement, and decisive force, has been cited by local and international observers as a model worthy of study in the broader context of Nigeria’s fight against  rural banditry  and  terrorism in Nigeria . His tenure represents a rare blend of political will, security innovation, and community-centred peace leadership. *Understanding the Context:* *The Roots of the Zamfara and  North-West Crisis * Contrary to simplistic narratives, the violence in Nigeria’s North-West is not ideological or religious. A growing body of research identifies the drivers as: *  Rural banditry and cattle rustling *  Chronic poverty and youth unemployment *  Illegal go...

  Insiders from the Zamfara State government House has accused Gusau Local government chairman Honourable Abubakar Imam for having close relationship with first lady Her Excellency Hajiya Huriya Dauda Lawal, the wife of the Executive governor of Zamfara State. Speaking on the condition of anonymity on Friday, Several officials and the personal aids of the Zamfara State governor attached to government House Gusau accused the council Chairman for sneaking in to the official resident of the governor whenever the governor is out of the State for official engagement which according to some civilian staff, ” sometimes the council Chairman used to spend more than 3 to 4 hours before he left through the back exit gate. According to one of the police inspector who begged for his Name to not appear on the print due to the sensitivity of the Alledged Infidelity said,” last two weeks ago Abubakar Imam came to the government House around 12am and left by 4:55am the following morning an incident...

The Media aid to Zamfara State governor Dauda Lawal Hajiya sayyyada Hadiza Sadauki caught in  Lesbianism act with a native of Southern Kaduna Helen Markus in an Isolated  isolated Hotel by Zamfara State Islamic police Hisbah. It was learnt that Helen Markus come to Zamfara State last week on the invitation of Hadiza Sadauki with the promised to find her a teaching job with the State owned primary Education Board where  it was alledged that Hadiza Sadauki logged her in one of the famous Hotel in Gusau Name withheld for five days. Hadiza Sadauki who is known for Lesbianism act drugged  Helen Markus along with her six females sinners friends she invited from Sokoto Helen Markus after she regain her sence reported the case to the Hotel Management in turn ,the Management alerted  the Hisbah during their routine patrol unfortunately when the patrol team took Hadiza Sadauki and her invited friends from Sokoto who actively participated in gang raping Helen Markus to His...

political development coming from Zamfara State have it that the  Senator representing Zamfara west at the red Chamber  His Excellency Abdul Aziz Abubakar Yari popularly know as (Shehi) and his close Friend the immediate past governor of Zamfara State who is also the current Nigeria Minister of Defence His Excellency Bello Mohammed Matawalle has finally accepted and fixed November 15 2025 to formally welcome governor Dauda Lawal in the rulling All progressive congress APC. This development comes after governor Dauda Lawal Six Months Struggle and lobbying to convince Matawalle and Senator Abdul Aziz Yari of his intention to exit from the people Democratic party PDP to the rulling All progressive congress APC. After Matawalle and Senator Abdul Aziz Yari Okays governor Dauda Lawal decamping,It was reported last week that  governor Dauda Lawal Send 13 Men Committee to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia KSA where Abdul Aziz Yari and Matawalle are currently observing Lesser Hajj to inform...

  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is on the trace of different properties worth N500M allegedly linked to Gusau Local Government Chairman Abubakar Imam in Kaduna and Kano States respectively. A senior officer of the Commission who gave his name as Mr. Dele confirmed to Zamfara Newsletters on the condition of anonymity that, "the Commission acted on the petition written against Abubakar Imam, the Executive Chairman of Gusau Local Government, by some top Gusau Local Government senior staff who were sidelined in the running of council affairs by the Chairman." Some secret documents yet to be released pending the final investigation show that on August 28, 2027, Abubakar Imam, the Executive Chairman of Gusau Local Government, purchased a five-bedroom apartment in Kaduna at Ungwan Rimi, Kaduna, at the rate of ₦150,000,000, and another abandoned filling station within Hayin Alhaji Housing Quarters at the rate of ₦300,000,000. In the same development, another pro...

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to convene key stakeholders in Nigeria’s education sector for Eduthrive, an inspiring two-day conference designed to equip school owners with the tools and strategies needed to thrive in the upcoming academic session. Themed “Positioning Your School for Growth,” the event will take place from August 28 to 29, 2025, at the Fidelity SME Hub, 22 Lanre Awolokun Street, Gbagada Phase 2, Lagos. It will feature panel discussions, stakeholder engagement sessions, and networking opportunities, including participation from the Lagos Office of Education Quality Assurance. The program is tailored to support sustainable growth and operational excellence in the education sector. According to Osita Ede, Divisional Head, Product Development at Fidelity Bank Plc, “Running a profitable educational institution today requires a blend of academic expertise and smart entrepreneurial skills. From keeping pace with evolving standards to upgrading facili...