Shettima to receive Dauda Lawal into APC in Zamfara
The All Progressives Congress in Zamfara State is preparing for a major political event as Kashim Shettima is set to visit and formally receive Dauda Lawal into the party. The event is scheduled to take place in Gusau. The announcement was made by the state APC Chairman, Tukur Danfulani Maikatako, during a stakeholders’ meeting. He […]
Real reason I dumped PDP for APC – Zamfara Gov, Dauda Lawal
Dauda Lawal has explained why he decided to leave the Peoples Democratic Party and join the All Progressives Congress. His defection was officially announced on Monday. In a statement released by his media team, the governor said the decision came after long consultations with political allies and supporters in the state. He pointed to the […]
Zamfara PDP accuses APC of attempting to discredit Lawal’s economic reforms
The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has accused the All Progressives Congress, APC, of plotting to discredit the ongoing economic reforms and transparency policies introduced by Governor Dauda Lawal. The PDP said the opposition’s criticisms were driven by frustration and fear of the governor’s growing popularity. In a statement released by […]
Dialogue with bandits undermines state authority – Zamfara gov
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has cautioned that holding peace talks with armed bandits while they still possess weapons weakens government authority and slows down long-term security efforts. He said peace must not come at the cost of state power or public trust. Lawal made the remarks during a lecture at the National Institute for […]
Governor Lawal inaugurates PDP convention subcommittees
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has officially inaugurated two key subcommittees — the Accreditation Committee and the Special Duties Committee — of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as preparations intensify for the party’s 2025 elective national convention. The highly anticipated event is set to take place on November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State. […]
Zamfara govt appeals for more humanitarian aid for IDPs
The Zamfara State Government has appealed to both local and international humanitarian partners to scale up support for internally displaced persons (IDPs) and vulnerable families in the state. The call was made by the Commissioner for Humanitarian and Relief Matters, Salisu Musa Tsafe, in a statement released by the ministry’s Director of Information, Bashir Kabir […]
Zamfara Governor’s viral comments on bandits’ location continue to trigger outrage
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, is under intense scrutiny after a video went viral showing him admit that he knows where bandits operate in the state but says he cannot stop them. In the clip, which does not have a clear date, the governor spoke in Hausa and sparked anger among politicians and security officials. […]
Islamic New Year: Zamfara government declares Friday public holiday
The Zamfara State Government has announced that Friday, June 27, 2025, will be a public holiday. This is to mark the beginning of the Islamic New Year, 1447 After Hijrah. A statement from the Commissioner for Information and Culture, Mahmud Muhammad Dantawasa, said Governor Dauda Lawal approved the holiday. The aim is to allow Muslims […]
PDP crisis caused by collective ego, not just Atiku – Gov Lawal
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has shared his thoughts on the problems within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), saying it’s not just about Atiku Abubakar. According to him, the real issue is the clash of egos among different party members. Speaking with journalists in Gusau on Wednesday, the governor explained that the crisis is […]
Zamfara will lose if you don’t play politics with Tinubu – Senator Kalu tells Lawal
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, who represents Abia North, has told Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State to fix his political problems with President Bola Tinubu. He said this is important for the people of Zamfara. Kalu warned that if the governor does not build a good political relationship with the President, Zamfara might miss out […]