3 d. ago Zamfara PDP Threatens Legal Action Against Gov. Matawalle Over Alleged Defamation

The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced its intention to sue the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, over alleged defamatory remarks made against Governor Dauda Lawal. In a statement released on Friday, June 13, 2025, by its spokesperson Halliru Andi, the PDP said it could no longer tolerate […] The post Zamfara PDP Threatens Legal Action Against Gov. Matawalle Over Alleged Defamation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Zamfara PDP to sue Matawalle over alleged defamation against Gov Lawal

Tribune Online Zamfara PDP to sue Matawalle over alleged defamation against Gov Lawal The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Zamfara has resolved to sue the Minister of state for Defence, Hon. Bello Mattawalle for allegedly defaming the character of Governor Dauda Lawal in the state. Zamfara PDP to sue Matawalle over alleged defamation against Gov Lawal Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Zamfara CSOs Hail Matawalle’s Education Strides, Seek 2027 Return

A coalition of 14 local civil society organisations across Zamfara State has showered praises on the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, for what they termed a “monumental transformation” of the state’s education sector during his tenure as governor between 2019 and 2023. In a strongly worded statement issued on Tuesday, the coalition, led […]

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7 d. ago Matawalle Urges Zamfara Gov To Publicly Join APC, Stop Deception

The Minister of State for Defence and former governor of Zamfara State, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has called on the current governor, Dr. Dauda Lawal, to formally declare his allegiance to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking at his residence in Maradun during a Sallah homage visit by thousands of supporters, Matawalle said the time […]

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7 d. ago Matawalle urges Zamfara governor to publicly join APC, accuses him of deception

From Charity Nwakaudu Abuja The Minister of State for Defence and former Governor of Zamfara State, Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has called on the current governor, Dr Dauda Lawal, to formally declare his allegiance to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking at his residence in Maradun during a Sallah homage visit by thousands of supporters, […] The post Matawalle urges Zamfara governor to publicly join APC, accuses him of deception appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago “Respect Party Leadership Or Face Consequences” – Matawalle Cautions APC Members

Minister of State for Defence and former governor of Zamfara State, Bello Matawalle, has cautioned members of the All Progressives Congress in the state against disloyalty and division in the party. Speaking in his hometown of Maradun while receiving party executives from Anka, Bakura, Maradun, and Talata Mafara Local Government Areas who paid him a […] The post “Respect Party Leadership Or Face Consequences” – Matawalle Cautions APC Members appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Defense ministry claims major security gains in Tinubu’s midterm report

The Ministry of Defence has reported what it described as significant progress in Nigeria’s battle against terrorism, insurgency, oil theft, read more Defense ministry claims major security gains in Tinubu’s midterm report

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9 d. ago Matawalle receives Zamfara APC North, Central zones, donates N80m

From John Bassey, Gusau In the spirit of Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has donated N80 million cash to the leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Zamfara North and Central Senatorial Zones. He made the donation while receiving party faithful at his residence in […] The post Matawalle receives Zamfara APC North, Central zones, donates N80m appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago We’ll reposition NTI to achieve set goals — New Chairman, Fuanter

Tribune Online We’ll reposition NTI to achieve set goals — New Chairman, Fuanter The newly appointed chairman of the National Teachers Institute (NTI), Kaduna, Barr. Festus Fuanter, has expressed the determination of the new council to reposition the institute toward achieving its set goals. We’ll reposition NTI to achieve set goals — New Chairman, Fuanter Tribune Online

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1 week ago Defence Minister begins tour of military institutions in Kaduna

Tribune Online Defence Minister begins tour of military institutions in Kaduna Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, praised the institution’s outstanding performance and reaffirmed the Federal Government’s continued support and cooperation in achieving the Academy’s strategic objectives. Defence Minister begins tour of military institutions in Kaduna Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Matawalle Hails Navy, Unveils Special Ops Command, 70th Anniversary Logo

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has hailed the Nigerian Navy for its high level of combat readiness amid increasingly complex security dynamics within Nigeria’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and the wider Gulf of Guinea. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by his media aide, Ahmad Dan-Wudil, the minister […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu Commissions New Naval Fleet To Boost Maritime Security

President Bola Tinubu has commissioned a fleet of advanced Naval assets to strengthen the Nigerian Navy’s operational capabilities, marking a significant step in securing the nation’s maritime borders. The ceremony, held at NNS BEECROFT in Apapa, Lagos, was led by the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, who represented the President. The […]

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3 w. ago Reps Summon FCT Minister Of State, Others Over Budget Defence

The House of Representatives Committee on the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Councils and Ancillary Matters has invited the Minister of State for FCT, Dr Mariya Bunkure and heads of some agencies to appear before it on Tuesday. The summon was sequel to the inability of the minister and 11 agencies under her supervision to […]

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3 w. ago Budget defence: Reps Committee summons FCT Minister of State, 14 agencies

Tribune Online Budget defence: Reps Committee summons FCT Minister of State, 14 agencies The House of Representatives Committee on the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Area Councils, and Auxiliary Matters on Monday summoned the Minister of State for FCT, Dr Mariya Bunkure, to... Budget defence: Reps Committee summons FCT Minister of State, 14 agencies Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Zamfara Group Praises Tinubu, Matawalle for Danfulani’s NAIC Appointment

  A Zamfara-based advocacy group has hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, for appointing Hon. Yazeed Shehu Danfulani as Managing Director of the Nigerian Agricultural Insurance Corporation (NAIC). The commendation came via a statement signed by the group’s chairman, Mr Imran Usman Bore, who described […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria Strengthens Ties With Slovakia On Military Training, Technology Transfer

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Christopher Musa has strengthened bilateral military collaboration with Slovakia on training, technology transfer and defence production capabilities. General Musa yesterday paid an official visit to the Slovak Republic’s Ministry of Defence Headquarters in Bratislava. A statement by the acting director of defence information, Brig-Gen Tukur Gusau, said  the CDS […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s Security Gains: 13,543 terrorists arrested, 17,500 suspects detained, 9,821 hostages freed, 24,000 surrendered – Badaru

• outlines roadmap to total victory   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru has declared that Nigeria is turning the tide against insecurity, citing major improvements in safety and community restoration across the country. This is even as he disclosed that security forces have made significant progress in their ongoing counter-terrorism […] The post Nigeria’s Security Gains: 13,543 terrorists arrested, 17,500 suspects detained, 9,821 hostages freed, 24,000 surrendered – Badaru appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Africa must unite to contain security threats — Defence Minister

Tribune Online Africa must unite to contain security threats — Defence Minister Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has issued a clarion call for intensified collaboration and technological advancement across African air forces to address the continent’s escalating security threats. Africa must unite to contain security threats — Defence Minister Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Buratai Lauds Tinubu, Military For Eliminating Terrorist Lieutenant

The TY Buratai Humanity Care Foundation has praised President Bola Tinubu, the Defence Ministry, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede, alongside other military leaders, for their decisive military operation that led to the elimination of Alhaji Shaudo Alku, a prominent lieutenant […]

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4 w. ago Sokoto Community Hails Tinubu, Matawalle, CDS For Neutralising Terrorist Turji’s Ally

Residents of Isa Local Government Area in Sokoto State have commended President Bola Tinubu; Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, following the killing of Alhaji Shaudo Alku, a key ally of the notorious terrorist kingpin, Bello Turji. The operation, conducted by the Air Component […]

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