Bandits Kill Zamfara Councillor, LG Director
A councillor representing Jangebe Ward in Zamfara State, Habibu Jangebe, and the Director of Planning of Talata-Mafara Local Government, Jamilu Sani, have...
Tag: Zamfara State
Zamfara State, the “Home of Agricultural Products” (formerly “Farming is our Pride”), is a state rich in gold and vast arable land. It is currently undergoing a period of intense digital transformation and security stabilization. Naija News provides real-time updates on Zamfara’s mining reforms, new infrastructure, and community safety.
Quick Facts & Profile
| Category | Details |
| Current Governor | Dauda Lawal (PDP) |
| Capital | Gusau |
| Founded | October 1, 1996 |
| Slogan | Home of Agricultural Products |
| Geopolitical Zone | North West |
| Area | 39,762 km² |
| Population | ~5.8 Million+ (Estimated) |
| ISO Code | NG-ZA |
Geography and Borders
Zamfara is located in the North-West. It shares an international border with the Republic of Niger to the north. Domestically, it borders Katsina to the east, Kaduna to the south, and Niger, Kebbi, and Sokoto to the west.
Governance: From 1996 to Date
Created by General Sani Abacha, Zamfara has a history of pioneering political shifts:
- Jibril Yakubu (1996–1999): The pioneer Military Administrator.
- Ahmad Sani Yerima (1999–2007): Famous for being the first to introduce Sharia law in the Fourth Republic.
- Abdul’aziz Yari (2011–2019): Former Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum.
- Bello Matawalle (2019–2023): His tenure saw significant security and political realignments.
- Dauda Lawal (2023–Present): Currently executing a “Six-Point Agenda” with a heavy focus on security, digital transformation, and the 2026 “Project Commissioning” drive.
Education and Landmarks
The state is home to the Federal University, Gusau and the Zamfara State University, Talata Mafara. Key landmarks include the Kwatarkwashi Rock and the Bakolori Dam.
Troops Rescue 31 Kidnap Victims In Zamfara, Katsina Operations
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 31 kidnap victims and destroyed several terrorist camps during coordinated operations across Zamfara and Katsina...
Bandits Kill Zamfara LG Director, Councillor, Abduct Others
Bandits have killed the Director of Planning in Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Jamilu Sani, and the councillor representing...
Bandits Kill Zamfara Teacher After Ransom Payment
A teacher at Federal Government College, Anka in Zamfara State, Mustapha Yahaya Maru, has been killed by armed bandits even after his...
ADC Primary: Atiku Sweeps Zamfara With 60,500 Votes
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has emerged winner of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary election in Zamfara State. The result...
Matawalle Meets 85 Zamfara APC Aspirants Not Cleared For Primaries
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has met with 85 All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Assembly aspirants from Zamfara...
APC Reschedules Zamfara NASS primaries
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rescheduled its National Assembly primary elections in Zamfara State. Naija News reports that the party announced...
We Only Targeted Terrorists – Military Speaks On Zamfara Bombing
The Defence Headquarters has reacted to reports alleging that civilians lost their lives during a recent military airstrike in Zamfara State. Naija...
Ten Killed, Others Kidnapped As Terrorists Ambush Zamfara Convoy
Suspected terrorists operating around the Dansadau axis of Zamfara State have ambushed commuters travelling along the Magami-Dansadau road, killing an unspecified number...
Bomb Explosion Rocks Zamfara Highway, Leaves Six Dead
At least six persons have been killed and eight others injured after a commercial vehicle hit an explosive device along the Bagega-Anka...
Bandits Shoot Zamfara Ex-Commissioner
A former Commissioner for Religious Affairs in Zamfara State, Abdullahi Maharazu Mafara, has narrowly escaped death after gunmen suspected to be bandits...
Fresh Trouble In ADC As Rival Camps Battle For Control In Zamfara
A fresh leadership dispute has emerged in the Zamfara State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Two rival groups, one camp,...
Zamfara Bans Signing-Out Celebrations In Schools
The Zamfara State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has banned signing-out activities in all schools across the state due to rising...
Troops Kill Bandits, Neutralise Kingpin’s Son In Zamfara Raid
Troops of Operation Fansan Yanma have launched a major offensive against the camp of a notorious bandit leader in Tsafe Local Government...
Gunmen Open Fire On Chief Of Staff’s Convoy
Gunmen suspected to be bandits on Thursday attacked the convoy of the Chief of Staff to the Zamfara State Governor, Alhaji Mouktar...
Banditry, Kidnappings Has Declined In Zamfara – Police
The Zamfara State command of the Nigeria Police Force has announced a significant improvement in the security situation across parts of the...
Former Zamfara CPG Commander, Mohammed Dies From Bandit Attack Injuries
A former Commander of the Zamfara Community Protection Guards, Brigadier General Lawal Bature Mohammed (retd.), is dead. The retired officer, popularly known...
Six Killed As Bandits Clash With Military In North-West Offensives
Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have intensified coordinated offensives against terrorist enclaves across Sokoto State, Zamfara State, and Kebbi State,...
Education Commissioner Quits As Zamfara Governor Dumps PDP For APC
The Zamfara State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Mallam Wadatau Madawaki, has resigned from his position, citing the planned defection of...
Speaker, All PDP Zamfara State Assembly Lawmakers Join APC
All members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Zamfara State House of Assembly have announced their decision to quit the...
