The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has reiterated the Federal Government’s strong commitment to the mental health and overall welfare of military personnel across the country. Speaking during a courtesy visit by a delegation of mental health experts from the United States Africa Command (US AFRICOM), Matawalle stressed that the psychological wellbeing…
By Kabiru Inuwa In the early hours of political discourse, before the sun had fully risen, Governor Dauda Lawan Dare made a boast as bold as it was baseless: “If Matawalle dares to contest again, I will defeat him.” To many, this proclamation sounded less like strength and more like a rehearsed rhetoric—bravado cloaked in…
The Zamfara Central Integrity Forum (ZCIF) has praised former Governor Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle for what it called his extensive and impactful road infrastructure projects across the state. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Kamal Ibrahim Gusau, on Wednesday, the forum accused Governor Dauda Lawal of misleading the public by exaggerating the scale and…
The Zamfara Education Forum (ZEF) has praised former Governor and current Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle, for his exceptional efforts in revitalising the state’s education sector despite limited financial resources. In a statement released on Friday, the Chairman of the Forum, Yusuf Ibrahim Maradun, highlighted Matawalle’s achievements under the 2017/2018 intervention…
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has paid glowing tribute to members of the Nigerian Defence Academy’s 18 Regular Course (18RC) during their 50th reunion anniversary in Abuja. The event, held at the Army Headquarters Command Officers’ Mess, Asokoro, brought together military veterans, national leaders, and esteemed dignitaries to celebrate five…
Honourable Anas Abdullahi Kaura has celebrated a major milestone in his educational empowerment efforts, as 19 students under his scholarship scheme were honoured with the prestigious Award of Outstanding Leadership at Annahada International University, Maradi, Niger Republic. The announcement was made in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Suleiman Sketch , and made available to…
The Managing Director and CEO of the National Agricultural Insurance Corporation (NAIC), Hon. Yazid Shehu Danfulani, has pledged full support for the Federal Government’s efforts to revitalise the livestock sector under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Danfulani made the commitment following a strategic meeting with the Minister of Livestock Development, Dr. Idi Mukhtar…
The Zamfara State House of Assembly has issued a stern two-week ultimatum to Governor Dauda Lawal Dare, warning of potential impeachment over worsening insecurity and alleged financial mismanagement. Lawmakers raised the alarm during plenary on what they described as the administration’s failure to safeguard lives and property across the state. They cited the rising incidents…
The Zamfara State chapter of Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has extended heartfelt congratulations to Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori on his recent appointment as the Acting National Chairman of the party. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the state’s APC Publicity Secretary, Yusuf Idris Gusau, described the appointment as a clear indication of the…
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has officially unveiled a fleet of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles for the Armed Forces of Nigeria, marking a significant step toward energy reform within military operations. The commissioning ceremony, held at the Mogadishu Cantonment in Abuja, reflects the Federal Government’s broader clean energy strategy…
