Redeployment of Matawalle long overdue – Anti-terror civil society coalition
A coalition of civil society groups focused on counter-terrorism has said that the redeployment of Bello Matawalle from his current position is long overdue. The group said the change is necessary to strengthen Nigeria’s fight against terrorism and improve public confidence in national security efforts. In a statement, the coalition explained that insecurity has continued […]
Matawalle rates gov Lawal’s administration low, rallies APC ahead of 2027
Zamfara State Governor, Bello Matawalle, has expressed dissatisfaction with Governor Lawal’s administration, rating its performance low as the 2027 elections draw closer. While addressing party supporters, Matawalle highlighted areas where he believes governance fell short and used the opportunity to rally support for the All Progressives Congress (APC). He urged Nigerians to consider past achievements […]
We rejected N200m bribe to stage protest against Tinubu, Matawalle — Northern group
A group from Northern Nigeria recently revealed that they turned down a N200 million bribe that was offered to them to organize a protest against President Bola Tinubu and Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence. In a statement released on Saturday in Kaduna, the Northern Socio-Political Rights Network (NSPRN) shared that the bribe […]
Matawalle Challenges Banditry Accusations, Calls for Evidence
Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence and former governor of Zamfara state, has strongly denied accusations of supporting banditry. In a recent interview on Channels Television, he challenged his accusers, including Governor Dauda Lawal, to present any evidence backing their claims. Matawalle emphasized that his approach to negotiating with bandits was not unique, […]
Matawalle Swears on Quran, Denies Ties to Bandits as Shinkafi Responds to Lawal’s Accusations
The political climate in Zamfara State, Nigeria, has intensified as two key political figures, former Governor Bello Matawalle and current Governor Dauda Lawal, trade accusations surrounding the sensitive issue of banditry in the region. In a dramatic move, Bello Matawalle, who now serves as Minister of State for Defence, publicly swore on the Quran, declaring […]