The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has strongly denied accusations from Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, who has implicated him in banditry activities within the state. In a statement issued by Matawalle’s media team, the Minister refuted these claims, arguing that Governor Lawal has persistently tried to smear his name by associating him … Read more
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has directed the Chief of Defence Staff and other top military officials to relocate to Sokoto State as part of intensified efforts to eliminate bandits, terrorists, and other criminals in the North West region. Expressing deep concern over the criminal activities plaguing the region and other … Read more
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has directed the Chief of Defence Staff and other top military officials to relocate to Sokoto State as part of intensified efforts to eliminate bandits, terrorists, and other criminals in the North West region. Expressing deep concern over the criminal activities plaguing the region and other parts … Read more
EFCC: Matawalle Corruption Case Still Active, Says Spokesperson Wilson Uwajuren assures protesters that EFCC will continue investigation. APC Akida Forum submits petition urging prosecution of former governor Matawalle. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has said the N70 billion corruption case against the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Zamfara State Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Sokoto has affirmed the election of Dauda Lawal as the governor of the state. The tribunal upheld the victory of the candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the March 18 governorship election, while dismissing the petition of former Governor Bello … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has charged ministers to look beyond titles and offices and stay focused on the day-to-day task of their individual and collective contributions to the transformation of the economy for the upliftment of Nigerian households. This online media platform gathered that the president gave the charge … Read more
Voice of the Voiceless group protested at EFCC HQ, demanding probe of Matawalle over funds misappropriation. Group urged EFCC to re-open earlier probe, which was halted due to immunity clause. Call for probe into Matawalle’s alleged mishandling of funds grows, as Zamfara residents demand accountability. EKO HOT BLOG reports that following accusations of financial impropriety … Read more
Zamfara Assembly impeached Gusau despite court order. Court sets aside impeachment, restores Gusau. Court reprimands Assembly, Matawalle, chief judge. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Federal High Court on Wednesday restored Mahdi Gusau as the deputy governor of Zamfara following his impeachment by the state’s House of Assembly on February 23, 2022, inspite of a … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied declaring Bello Matawalle, the immediate past governor of Zamfara State, wanted. Earlier on Sunday, a national newspaper quoted an anonymous security source as claiming that the anti-graft commission declared the former governor wanted over N70 billion contracts. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Appoints … Read more
The CBN introduced a naira redesign policy that changed the look and feel of the N200, N500, and N1000 notes late 2022. However, the apex bank gave a short deadline to phase out the old naira notes, which triggered a cash scarcity across the country. At least 16 states subsequently sued the federal government and … Read more
Matawella has given order to security officers to shoot on sight thugs that seen with arms. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Zamfara State, Bello Mohammed Matawalle has sworn that thugs allegedly affiliated with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) found with AK-47 rifles and other lethal weapons during the party’s most recent rally … Read more
The Zamfara state government has reportedly suspended the APC campaign in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Zamfara State, Bello Matawalle, has reportedly directed the suspension of the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign activities in the state. The campaign event has now been scheduled to hold on the 18th of January, … Read more
The Zamfara government has demolished an APC campaign office. Eko Hot Blog reports that a campaign office of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gusau, the Zamfara state capital, has been demolished. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Govt Disbands Landed Properties Special Operations Team Lagos Govt Seeks Review Of Power Generation, Distribution Law Lagos Govt To Residents: … Read more
The Federal High Court in Gusau on Thursday adjourned the hearing on the Northern Youth Assembly’s lawsuit, in which it accused Zamfara State Governor, Bello Matawalle, of lying, to October 31. Eko Hot Blog reports that Justice Aminu Bappa-Aliyu deferred the hearing to allow the court to determine the Action People’s Party (APP) plea to … Read more
Police have rescued 27 kidnap victims in Zamfara State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Police Command in Zamfara says it has rescued 27 persons kidnapped from Kawa, Gwashi, Tungar Rogo and Anka towns in Anka and Bukkuyum local government areas of the state. EDITOR’S PICKS 2023: APC Has Destroyed Your Country, Don’t Let Them … Read more
Zamfara government has rescinded its order shutting down some media houses in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Zamfara State government has apologised for closing five broadcast stations in the state. EDITOR’S PICKS Matawalle Orders Closure Of Media Houses IPI Asks Zamfara Gov To Rescind ‘Illegal’ Order Shutting Down Media Houses Obi’s Visit … Read more
The IPI has asked Zamfara governor to rescind his “illegal” order shutting down media organisations in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that the International Press Institute (IPI), Nigeria, has condemned as “reprehensible and unacceptable” the order by the Zamfara State government for the closure of some media organisations operating in the state. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Gov. Matawalle declares one-week public holiday ..Matawalle appealed to the general public to participate in the exercise so that they would not complain later. EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: Senator Teslim Folarin Becomes Asaaju Olubadan Of Ibadanland JUST IN: 20 Giant Cats Eat Up Owner At Home Lagos To Partner NGOs, Civil Society Groups On Development Initiatives … Read more
Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara state has slammed Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ekiti state for statements he made concerning the APC’s internal turmoil. Mr Zailani Bappa, Matawalle’s Special Adviser on Public Enlightenment, Media and Communications, issued a statement on Friday March 11 urging prudence. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara … Read more
Matawalle has explained why Zamfara banditry won’t end soon. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State has revealed banditry will not end soon in his state. The governor said this Monday while responding to questions from State House reporters after meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Read … Read more