9 h. ago Zamfara parallel assembly illegal, unconstitutional — Gov Lawal’s aide

Tribune Online Zamfara parallel assembly illegal, unconstitutional — Gov Lawal’s aide "Let us believe that the parallel sitting was organised by..." Zamfara parallel assembly illegal, unconstitutional — Gov Lawal’s aide Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Gov Lawal reaffirms commitment to strengthening basic education in Zamfara

Tribune Online Gov Lawal reaffirms commitment to strengthening basic education in Zamfara The Governor further expressed Zamfara State’s readiness to fully align with UBEC’s programmes and initiatives. Gov Lawal reaffirms commitment to strengthening basic education in Zamfara Tribune Online

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55 h. ago Zamfara, REA sign MoU on harnessing solar energy in power sector

From John Bassey, Gusau Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has highlighted the benefits of solar energy and his government’s commitment to harnessing solar energy for mini-grids and autonomous power systems in the state. The Governor disclosed this at a roundtable meeting with officials of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) held in Abuja, where a […] The post Zamfara, REA sign MoU on harnessing solar energy in power sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Viral kidnapping video: I don’t have male siblings — Gov Lawal

Tribune Online Viral kidnapping video: I don’t have male siblings — Gov Lawal Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, says he does not have any male siblings, reacting to viral online video clips... Viral kidnapping video: I don’t have male siblings — Gov Lawal Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Insecurity: Why we need state police now –Zamfara gov, Lawal

Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, in this interview, speaks on the security measures his administration has deployed to secure the state, his vision for the state in the next two years, his second term bid, and the crisis in the PDP, among others. In the last few days, you have been commissioning one project and […] The post Insecurity: Why we need state police now –Zamfara gov, Lawal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Zamfara Govt Denies Borrowing ₦34bn Loan, Says Money Was Used To Pay Back Inherited Debts

The Zamfara State Government has dismissed reports that Governor Dauda Lawal secured a fresh ₦34 billion loan since taking office. In a statement on Tuesday, the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, clarified that the amount in question was used to service inherited debts, not new borrowing. “Governor Lawal has not taken any loan, whether local […] The post Zamfara Govt Denies Borrowing ₦34bn Loan, Says Money Was Used To Pay Back Inherited Debts appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Media report on loan claims is fake, baseless, says Zamfara Govt

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara State Government has debunked claims that Governor Dauda Lawal obtained loans during his administration, dismissing the allegations published by Sahara Reporters as fake, unfounded, and baseless. The report was published on Monday with the caption, “EXCLUSIVE: Budget Documents Expose Zamfara Governor Lawal’s False Claim of no Borrowing — N34 Billion […] The post Media report on loan claims is fake, baseless, says Zamfara Govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Galaxy Backbone Partners Police Trust Fund On ‘Smart Stations’

Galaxy Backbone (GBB) Limited and the Nigerian Police Trust Fund (NPTF) have initiated a partnership to establish ‘smart police stations’ nationwide to facilitate action against insecurity in the country. The two agencies made this known when they signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday in Abuja, stressing that it would bring a whole new […]

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2 w. ago Zamfara Govt to partner Morocco for educational transformation

From John Bassey, Gusau The Government of Zamfara state under the leadership of Governor Dauda Lawal has directed the Ministry of Religious Affairs to visit Morocco in order to study the model and approach used in transforming traditional Tsangaya schools into modern educational institutions. In a statement issued by the information officer of the Ministry […] The post Zamfara Govt to partner Morocco for educational transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Gov Lawal meets traditional rulers on healthcare performance in Zamfara

Tribune Online Gov Lawal meets traditional rulers on healthcare performance in Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has held a meeting with emirs and community leaders on the biannual Primary Healthcare performance review in the state. Gov Lawal meets traditional rulers on healthcare performance in Zamfara Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Money laundering/terrorism financing section of NPF to assist in fighting insecurity — Senator Gaidam

By Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has said the Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing (MLTF) section of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) will significantly complement police efforts in fighting insecurity in Nigeria. A statement from Bolaji O. Kazeem, Deputy Director (Information and Public Relations Unit) in the Ministry, said […] The post Money laundering/terrorism financing section of NPF to assist in fighting insecurity — Senator Gaidam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Obasanjo commends Gov Lawal for transformative leadership in Zamfara

Tribune Online Obasanjo commends Gov Lawal for transformative leadership in Zamfara “Based on my observations and what I have heard, we are partners in progress. I urge you to continue enhancing Zamfara State... Obasanjo commends Gov Lawal for transformative leadership in Zamfara Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Kalu commissions projects in Zamfara, urges gov to support Tinubu’s economic reforms

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, yesterday commissioned key infrastructural projects in Zamfara State and called on Governor Dauda Lawal to set aside political differences for the sake of economic development and the wellbeing of the people.       Kalu, a leading figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), commissioned the newly constructed […] The post Kalu commissions projects in Zamfara, urges gov to support Tinubu’s economic reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Zamfara People Will Suffer If You Play Opposition With Tinubu – Kalu Tells Gov Lawal

Lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu, has appealed to Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal to end his political differences with President Bola Tinubu for the interest of people of the state. Kalu warned that residents of the northern state could lose out on major developments if the Governor Lawal failed to play […] The post Zamfara People Will Suffer If You Play Opposition With Tinubu – Kalu Tells Gov Lawal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Outrage as Dauda hosts political rally amid escalating bandit attacks in Zamfara

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto A growing wave of criticism has trailed Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal for hosting a political rally in the state capital, Gusau, shortly after returning from a pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia, despite a surge in deadly bandit attacks that have claimed hundreds of lives across multiple local government areas. The Zamfara […] The post Outrage as Dauda hosts political rally amid escalating bandit attacks in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Kalu commissions projects in Zamfara, urges Governor Lawal to support Tinubu’s economic reforms

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, on Monday commissioned key infrastructural projects in Zamfara State and called on Governor Dauda Lawal to set aside political differences for the sake of economic development and the wellbeing of the state’s people. Kalu, a leading figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), commissioned the newly constructed Ministry […] The post Kalu commissions projects in Zamfara, urges Governor Lawal to support Tinubu’s economic reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago IGP Arrives Benue After Massacre, Orders Tactical Deployment

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has arrived in Benue State following a gruesome attack in the Yelewata community of Guma LGA that left nearly 250 people dead. The victims were reportedly burnt alive by suspected Fulani herdsmen, sparking outrage and renewed fears over insecurity in the state. The Nigeria Police Force confirmed the […] The post IGP Arrives Benue After Massacre, Orders Tactical Deployment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Gov. Lawal pledges adequate security for NYSC members deployed to Zamfara

From John Bassey, Gusau The Executive Governor of Zamfara State Dr. Dauda Lawal has pledged his administration’s commitment to providing adequate security and welfare to corps members deployed to the state. The Governor disclosed this in a swearing- in ceremony of 493 Batch A stream 2 corps members posted to the state which was held […] The post Gov. Lawal pledges adequate security for NYSC members deployed to Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Zamfara APC declares legal war on Gov Lawal’s aide over Matawalle allegations

Tribune Online Zamfara APC declares legal war on Gov Lawal’s aide over Matawalle allegations The APC also urged the state party leader, former Governor Bello Mohammed Matawalle, not to interfere in the matter and to allow justice to take its full course. Zamfara APC declares legal war on Gov Lawal’s aide over Matawalle allegations Tribune Online

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