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Police confirm abduction of 8 worshippers in Zamfara - Latest Nigerian News and Entertainment

Latest Nigerian News and Entertainment - Latest Nigerian News and Entertainment The Zamfara State Police Command has confirmed that eight worshippers were abducted during early morning prayers in Gidan Turbe, Tsafe Local Government Area. Those kidnapped were identified as Liman Yahaya, Dan Garfi, Malam Damu, Bello Natsuhuwa, Yakubu Isa, Audu Minista, Yaquba Ado, and Sabi Usman. This clarification followed online reports that initially claimed as…Zamfara · Zamfara Read Article

Insecurity: UK, US, EU Told to Place Travel Ban on Zamfara Governor

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A Nigerian civil society organisation, the Concerned Citizens of Nigeria (CCN), has petitioned the governments of the United States and the United Kingdom to impose sanctions and a travel ban on Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, over what it described as his failure to tackle insecurity in the state. In a petition dated Tuesday, September 16, 2025, signed by CCN’s Executive Secretary, Dr Emmanuel Agabi, the group accused Lawal of negligence d…Bola Tinubu · Zamfara See the Story

Peter Obi: Nigerians Won’t Accept Insecurity As Destiny, Warns Of “Dangerous Normalisation Of Tragedy” - Global Upfront Newspapers

The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has condemned the worsening insecurity, saying Nigerians would not accept that as their destiny. Warning of the “dangerous normalisation of tragedy,” Obi said it is threatening the nation’s future as it has lingered for so long without ultimate solution. Speaking via his verified X handle on Tuesday, Obi, who was reacting to reports that 55 people were abducted…Zamfara · Zamfara Read Article

Police Seize Four AK-47 Rifles, Ammunition Hidden In Bag of Oranges In Zamfara

Zamfara State Police Command has intercepted a major arms haul, recovering four AK-47 rifles, 228 rounds of live ammunition and four magazines hidden in a bag of oranges during a routine patrol. The post Police Seize Four AK-47 Rifles, Ammunition Hidden In Bag of Oranges In Zamfara appeared first on Trending News.Zamfara · Zamfara Read Article

Marafa's Supporters Turns Back On Him, Vow To Remain In APC

Thousands of Members of the All progressive Congress loyal to former Senator Kabiru Garba Marafa in Zamfara have promised to remain in the party despite the exit of their political leader from the party. The post Marafa’s Supporters Turns Back On Him, Vow To Remain In APC appeared first on Trending News.Zamfara · Zamfara Read Article

Zamfara State Establishes Persons With Disabilities Board

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved the establishment of the Zamfara State Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) Board as part of his administration’s drive to promote social welfare and inclusive governance. The post Zamfara State Establishes Persons With Disabilities Board appeared first on Trending News.Zamfara · Zamfara Read Article

Ado Allero's bandits slaughter traditional ruler in Zamfara amid peace deal

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Why Peace Deals with Armed Groups in Nigeria Keep Failing - Global Upfront Newspapers

By Chidi Omeje In recent years, several Nigerian states have experimented with peace deals as a way of taming armed groups and bandits. From dialogue sessions with militia leaders to amnesty programs and even financial incentives, the strategy has often been portrayed as a pragmatic short cut to restoring calm. Yet, time and again, the results have proven disappointing. Instead of ushering in peace, such deals have created more distrust, fueled …Zamfara · Zamfara Read Article

Bandits slay village chief, abduct many in Zamfara

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Bandits attacked Dogon Daji village in Zamfara State on Monday evening, killing the community’s traditional ruler and abducting several residents. The assailants also blocked the Tsafe-Gusau road, causing fear and disruption for travelers and locals. The incident was shared in a post on X by security analyst, Bakatsine on Tuesday. “Yesterday evening, bandits attacked Dogon Daji in Zamfara State. They slaughtered the village traditional ruler. “…Zamfara · Zamfara See the Story

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