Northern group criticises Gov Lawal over worsening insecurity, rising terror attacks in Zamfara
A northern civil group has criticised Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, over what it described as worsening insecurity and rising terror attacks across the state. The group said residents are living in fear as violent incidents continue to affect communities, farmlands and major roads. In a statement, the group accused the state government of not […]
Zamfara lawmaker escapes death as constituents attack him over poor performance
A lawmaker from Zamfara State narrowly escaped death after he was attacked by angry constituents who accused him of poor performance in office. The incident reportedly happened when the politician visited his constituency, where residents confronted him over what they described as years of neglect and unfulfilled promises. Eyewitnesses said the situation quickly turned violent […]
Bandits abduct five worshippers, injure one in Zamfara
Armed bandits struck Maradawa village in Rijiya District, Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State, on Thursday morning, abducting five worshippers and leaving one person injured. The attack happened while residents were observing the Subhi (dawn) prayers, causing panic in the community. According to a report shared by counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama on X (formerly […]
Zamfara is Bleeding: Northern group blasts state govt, demands National Assembly intervention
A group called the Coalition for Safer North-West Communities (CSNC) has asked the National Assembly to step in and check what is happening in Zamfara State. They are especially calling on lawmakers from the state to take action and help bring back peace. The group said the continued killings, kidnappings, and bandit attacks in Zamfara […]