27 h. ago Ohanaeze Ndigbo Reaffirms Support For Matawalle, Condemns Allegations Against Minister

The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, amidst allegations of abuse of office from some quarters. In a statement by Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Deputy President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the group categorically dismissed the claims as not only baseless but […]

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27 h. ago NDYC Condemns Smear Campaign Against Matawalle, Cautions Against Politicising Insecurity

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has strongly condemned the smear campaign against Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, by some political elements. The NDYC described the campaign as a deliberate attempt to sabotage the ongoing fight against insecurity and destabilise the national security apparatus for selfish political gains. In a statement […]

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56 h. ago Zamfara Community Applauds Matawalle As Troops Eliminate Bandit Leader Dan Isuhu

Residents of Tsafe in Zamfara State have expressed gratitude to the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, following the successful elimination of the notorious bandit leader, Dan Isuhu. The community hailed the development as a significant step towards restoring security in the State and North-West region. In a statement signed by its chairman, […]

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5 d. ago Nasarawa Governor Denies Anointing Successor For 2027 Election

Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has denied rumors that he’s anointed a successor for the 2027 governorship election. This comes after claims by some ambitious politicians sparked worries among supporters. Governor Sule urged the public to disregard these claims, emphasising that no candidate has been endorsed by him. He warned against disgruntled politicians misusing his […] The post Nasarawa Governor Denies Anointing Successor For 2027 Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago My Sermons Against Alcohol, Ritualists Caused Attack On My Tafseer By Masked Gunmen – Oyo Cleric

An Islamic cleric, Khalifah Mojeed Alawaye, whose the Ramadan tafseer programme was invaded by masked gunmen on Monday, March 24, 2025, at Imam Compound in Akesan Market, Oyo, has opened up on the near-tragic incident, saying that his teachings had pitched him against some clerics in the town. Alawaye told LEADERSHIP that the sudden attack […]

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5 d. ago Zamfara APC elders want Reps member expelled over alleged anti

Tribune Online Zamfara APC elders want Reps member expelled over alleged anti-party activities They also accused him of disrespecting top party leaders, including the Minister of State for Defense, Bello Matawalle, and former Governor Abdul’aziz Yari. Zamfara APC elders want Reps member expelled over alleged anti-party activities Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Ramadan: Tinubu gifts Zamfara APC members 7,000 bags of rice

President Bola Tinubu donated 7,000 bags of rice to the All Progressives Congress members in Zamfara as a Ramadan package. The party’s State Publicity Secretary, Yusuf Idris, disclosed this in a statement issued in Gusau on Saturday. He said that the Minister of State, Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, inaugurated the distribution of the largesse on Read More

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1 week ago Zamfara PDP Chairman Disagrees With Matawalle On Rivers Crisis

Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Zamfara State, Jibo Magayaki Jamilu, has challenged the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, regarding his support for the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State. According to the chairman, Matawalle’s stance is hardly surprising, given his record as governor of Zamfara State. In a […]

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1 week ago Zamfara PDP slams Matawalle for justifying Rivers emergency rule

The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has criticised the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, for justifying President Bola Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers State. The party also berated the former Zamfara State governor for backing the suspension of the state governor, Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and members of the House Read More

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1 week ago Defence minister justifies emergency rule in Rivers, blames Fubara

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has expressed his strong support for President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. In a statement on Tuesday issued by the Ministry’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Matawalle stated that this decisive action is vital for restoring stability to the state’s Read More

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2 w. ago Zamfara Community Hails Defence Minister Matawalle Over Crackdown On Bandits

Residents of Kaura Namoda local government area in Zamfara State have expressed their appreciation to the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, for his role in the elimination of over 50 bandits who had been terrorising the area. In a statement signed by their spokesperson, Suleiman Yusuf, the community praised Matawalle for his […]

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2 w. ago Ramadan palliatives: Muslim group commends Matawalle’s gesture

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Nigeria Muslim League Group (NIMUL) has commended the Minister of Defence for State, Hon Bello Mohammed Matawalle, for his generous donation of over N500 million and tonnes of food items to those in need during Ramadan. This gesture aimed at alleviating the hardships faced by the majority of people in […] The post Ramadan palliatives: Muslim group commends Matawalle’s gesture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ramadan: Clerics urge politicians to copy Bello Matawalle’s gesture

Tribune Online Ramadan: Clerics urge politicians to copy Bello Matawalle’s gesture The Nigeria Muslim League Group (NIMUL) has hailed the Minister of State for Defense, Hon. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, for his exceptional act of generosity during Ramadan, donating over N500 million and massive food supplies to support the less privileged. This initiative was aimed at easing the economic hardship faced by thousands in Zamfara and neighboring […] Ramadan: Clerics urge politicians to copy Bello Matawalle’s gesture Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Ramadan: Scholars emphasise significance of performing good deeds

Tribune Online Ramadan: Scholars emphasise significance of performing good deeds Islamic scholars and clerics in Kwara State have emphasised the significance of performing good deeds, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan. Speaking during a Ramadan lecture and special prayer programme organised for the continued success of the administration of Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State in Ilorin, an Islamic scholar, Sheikh Mudazir Maikudi, urged […] Ramadan: Scholars emphasise significance of performing good deeds Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Wade into Senate, Rivers crises in nation’s interest, CD urges Tinubu

Tribune Online Wade into Senate, Rivers crises in nation’s interest, CD urges Tinubu Amid the crises rocking the Senate chamber and Rivers State, the Campaign for Democracy (CD) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to, as a matter of urgent public importance, invite all warring politicians and settle whatever misunderstanding they have against each other in the interest of democracy and good governance. This was just as […] Wade into Senate, Rivers crises in nation’s interest, CD urges Tinubu Tribune Online

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2 w. ago FG Seeks Strong Military Collaboration, Intelligence Sharing To Tackle Terrorism 

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, has called for strengthened military collaboration, intelligence sharing and capacity building among ECOWAS nations to safeguard the region and its people Matawalle stated this on Wednesday during the Gala Night for the 43rd Ordinary Meeting of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Committee of […]

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2 w. ago Senator Okorocha reaffirms commitment to supporting Tinubu for secure, prosperous Nigeria

Meets with Matawalle to discuss critical issues From Charity Nwakaundu, Abuja The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, received the former Governor of Imo State, Senator Rochas Okorocha, in his office at the Ministry of Defence in Abuja. The former Zamfara Governor has been diligent in discharging his constitutional roles, ensuring the safety of […] The post Senator Okorocha reaffirms commitment to supporting Tinubu for secure, prosperous Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago No nation can confront regional security challenges alone – Defence minister

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, says that effectively addressing the security challenges in the West African sub-region requires collective efforts from all affected countries. Matawalle said this on Wednesday during the Gala Night for the 43rd Ordinary Meeting of the ECOWAS Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff in Abuja. He expressed Read More

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2 w. ago APC Forum Hails Matawalle Over ₦1bn Ramadan Charity In Zamfara 

A political support group affiliated with Zamfara APC Unity Forum (ZAUF), has praised former Zamfara State governor and current Minister of State for Defence, Bello Muhammad Matawalle, for distributing over N500 million in cash aid to residents of the state during the holy month of Ramadan. According to the Forum, more than 5,000 individuals benefitted […]

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3 w. ago Zamfara Residents Laud Matawalle’s Ramadan Feeding Initiative

Residents of Zamfara State have praised Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, for establishing Ramadan feeding centers across all the 14 local government areas of the state, aimed at alleviating poverty during the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement issued on Monday in Gusau, the spokeperson of Zamfara APC Akida, […]

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