Politics
2027: Gov. Lawal, other party Governorship candidates sign agreement to conduct peaceful elections in Zamfara
The Executive Governor of Zamfara state, Dr. Dauda Lawal, the All Progressives Congress candidate alongside other Governorship candidates of other political parties have signed an agreement administered by the Nigerian Police Force, Zamfara state command to conduct a peaceful, credible, fair and violence free elections come 2027.
Security & Crime
DIG Mamman Tsafe sensitizes police personnel on election security, professional conduct, human-centred policing in Zamfara
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, DIG Mamman Tsafe, NPM, mni, rtd., has sensitised officers and personnel of the Zamfara State Police Command on election security, professional conduct, and the importance of human-centred and people-oriented policing.
Security & Crime
1st October: NSCDC deploys 275 personnel to bolster security, enhance efficient protection in Zamfara
The Zamfara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), under the inspired leadership of CC Sani Mustapha has confirmed the deployment of 275 operational personnel across the state to bolster security, protect lives and property, and to ensure peaceful and secured independence celebration.
Security & Crime
Special Constabulary Police meets to strengthen security Structure in Zamfara state
The Special Constabulary Police Volunteers of Zamfara state Police command have gathered to register their concerns over the security situation of the state and to reignite their patriotic spirit in contribution to protection of live and property as well as enforcement of peace within the state state.
Politics
NAWOJ ZAMFARA CONGRATULATES FARIDA BUNGUDU ON OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Zamfara State Chapter, under the leadership of Comrade Jamila Musa Kanoma, warmly congratulates Farida Bungudu, an indigene of Zamfara State, on her remarkable academic achievement as the Overall Best Graduating Student of the Faculty of Law, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.
Politics
Shinkafi condemns unlawful act of INEC, demands withdrawal of Sahabi Ya'u as candidate for Zamfara North Senitorial District
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC and aspirant for Zamfara North Senatorial District, Dr Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi has strongly condemned the unlawful act of Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC on publishing the name of Senator Sahabi Alhaji Ya'u as the party's candidate for Zamfara North in contrary to the judgment of the Federal High Court Gusau, on 31st August 2026.
Energy & Power
Legal battle between Kaura Namoda Community versus Businessman Over Power Substation, case adjourned to 6th October
A community group in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State has challenged a private businessman over encroaching in the community owned land where a power substation situate, saying the facility is particularly meant for electricity supply in the area and neighbouring local government areas.
The dispute resulted in a court case involving Abdulrazak Bello Kaura, Publicity Secretary of the Kaura Namoda Focus Forum, a veteran Journalist and Patron of the Kaura Namoda Youths Supre
Politics
Matawale pledges continued support for leadership of APC in Zamfara
The Minister of State, Defense Hon. (Dr.) Bello Muhammad MON, Matawallen Maradun, Shattiman Daular Usmaniyya and Barden Ƙasar Hausa has pledged to work tirelessly with other leaders of All Progressives Congress, APC in Zamfara State with a view to repositioning it to face the challenges ahead.
Security & Crime
NSDC parades suspects involving in theft of roofing sheets from schools, sales of hard drugs in Zamfara
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), under the inspired and visionary leadership of the Commandant General Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi _mni OFR_, the Corps is committed to ensure prompt access to civil centred justice through its preventive modules of eradicating illegalities, fraud and economic sabotage within the confines of the nation.
Security & Crime
PARADE OF SUSPECTS INVOLVED IN THE FOLLOWING, CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY, VANDALISATION, MISCHIEF AND THEFT OF ROOFING ZINC FROM TSAGERU PRIMARY SCHOOL, TSAFE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, ZAMFARA STATE
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), under the inspired and visionary leadership of the Commandant General Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi _mni OFR_, the Corps is committed to ensure prompt access to civil centred justice through its preventive modules of eradicating illegalities, fraud and economic sabotage within the confines of the nation.
Security & Crime
SITUATION REPORT ON ABDUCTION OF ISLAMIC SCHOLARS IN ZAMFARA STATE
The attention of Headquarters 8 Division, Nigerian Army/Sector 2 Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA ( OPFY) has been drawn to a misleading report circulating on various media platforms claiming that a group of Islamic scholars were abducted at the residence of Senator Abdul'aziz Abubakar Yari in Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security & Crime
ZAMFARA POLICE MOBILIZE FOR RESCUE OF SIX IMAMS ABDUCTED ALONG DAKKO–DAMRI ROAD
The Zamfara State Police Command has commenced a coordinated rescue operation following an attack by armed bandits along Dakko–Damri feeder road in Bakura Local Government Area, where six Islamic clerics (Imams) were abducted.
Security & Crime
CP BELLO PRESENTS ₦12.15 MILLION GROUP LIFE ASSURANCE BENEFITS TO FAMILIES OF DECEASED AND INJURED POLICE OFFICERS
The Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, CP Ahmad Muhammad Bello, PSC+, MNIPS, CCNP, has presented 27 cheques under the Nigeria Police Force Group Life Assurance Scheme to the families and next of kin of deceased police officers, amounting to a total sum of ₦12,150,868.33 (Twelve Million, One Hundred and Fifty Thousand, Eight Hundred and Sixty-Eight Naira, Thirty-Three Kobo).
Security & Crime
OPFY troops rescue 12 kidnapped victims, stop abduction attempt in Zamfara
Troops of Sector 2 Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, rescued 12 civilians during separate operations against terrorists in Kaura Namoda and Tsafe Local Government Areas of Zamfara State on 7 September 2026.
In the first incident, troops responded to a distress call following the infiltration of terrorists into a residence at Tsohon Tasha, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area. Troops engaged the terrorists, forcing them to abandon six abducted civilians and flee across a nearb
Politics
Gov. Lawal appoints Alhaji Aminu Atiku as the new Emir of Zurmi LGA in Zamfara
His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Zamfara State, Dr. Dauda Lawal, has approved the appointment of Alhaji Aminu Atiku as the new Emir and Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi of the Zurmi Emirate Council.
Announcing the appointment, the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, said the approval followed due consultation and the recommendation of the Kingmakers of the Zurmi Emirate Council, in accordance with the established traditions, customs and relevant laws of t
Lifestyle
CP A.M. BELLO PAYS CONDOLENCE VISIT TO ZURMI EMIRATE OVER THE PASSING OF THE EMIR OF ZURMI
The Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, CP Ahmad Muhammad Bello, PSC+, MNIPS, CCNP, has paid a condolence visit to the Zurmi Emirate following the passing of His Royal Highness, Alhaji Muhammad Bello Suleman, the Emir of Zurmi, Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi.
Security & Crime
OPFY troops kill 2 terrorists gang leaders in Katsina
Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA recorded another significant operational success in Katsina State, neutralizing 2 terrorist commanders during an intelligence-led operation in Matazu Local Government Area
Security & Crime
OPFY troops stop abduction attempt, rescue 16 victims in Zamfara, counter attack in Sokoto
Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA recorded further operational successes in Zamfara and Sokoto States, foiling separate terrorist abduction attempts, rescuing 16 civilians and repelling a terrorist attack on 28 August 2026.
Security & Crime
OPFY troops arrest terrorists collaborators, destroy enclaves in Kaduna, Katsina
Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA recorded further operational successes in Kaduna and Katsina States, arresting suspected terrorist collaborators, intercepting weapons and ammunition, as well as destroying identified terrorist enclaves during separate operations conducted on 27 and 28 August 2026.
Security & Crime
CPII rescues widow, 39yrs from illegal extortion, suppression, abuse in Zamfara
The community Peace and Intervention Initiative, CPII has rescued a 39th year old widow identified as Madam Ijeoma from planned extortion, illegal suppression and human rights abuse in Zamfara.
Security & Crime
Again, Zamfara Police foils bandits invasion, rescue 9 victims, recover 11 AK-47 in Zamfara
In its sustained anti-banditry operations, the Zamfara State Police Command has recorded another significant operational breakthrough following the swift intervention of Police Tactical Operatives and other security forces, which foiled a bandits’ attack along the Gusau–Funtua Federal Highway in Tsafe Local Government Area and successfully rescued all occupants of two vehicles intercepted by the armed criminals.
Security & Crime
Zamfara Police dismantle Yan Sa Kai hideout, recover motorcycles, locally fabricated firearms
The Zamfara State Police Command has successfully raided a notorious rendezvous point used by members of the outlaw group, identified as Yan Sa Kai sect at Gidan Dawa area of Gusau Local Government Area, following weeks of sustained and discreet surveillance conducted by operatives of the State Intelligence Department (SID).
Security & Crime
ZAMFARA POLICE COMMAND CLARIFIES REPORT ON ANTI-KIDNAPPING OPERATIONS, REAFFIRMS SUSTAINED EFFORTS TO RESTORE PEACE AND SECURITY
The attention of the Zamfara State Police Command has been drawn to a recent report attributed to SBM Intelligence, which stated that Zamfara State recorded 236 kidnapping incidents involving 1,921 victims between July 2025 and June 2026, while further indicating that only four anti-kidnapping operations were conducted by security forces in the State during the period under review.
Security & Crime
KASUWAN DAJI COMMUNITY VISITS CP A.M. BELLO, COMMENDS POLICE SECURITY EFFORTS IN KAURA NAMODA
The Kasuwan Daji community in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, led by Alhaji Hamisu Kasuwan Daji, has paid a courtesy visit to the Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, CP Ahmad Muhammad Bello, PSC+, MNIPS, CCNP, to appreciate the Command for its sustained security measures and proactive interventions aimed at containing insecurity in the area.
Security & Crime
OPFY hampers terrorists logistics, arrests canoes suppliers in Zamfara
Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA have recorded another significant intelligence-led operational success with the interception of 3 disassembled canoes reportedly procured by notorious terrorist leader Shehu Bagewaye to facilitate the movement of his fighters across riverine areas in Zamfara State.
Security & Crime
Police kill 17 bandits along Gusau-Funtua highway, rescue abducted victims over a swift response in Zamfara
The Zamfara State Police Command has recorded a significant operational response following a coordinated attack by a large group of armed bandits along the Gusau–Funtua Federal Highway, near Unguwar Chida Village, Tsafe Local Government Area.
Security & Crime
Zamfara Police rescue two abducted victims, killed one bandit, recover AK-47 ruffle
In a renewed effort to rid Zamfara State of the activities of armed bandits and other criminal elements, the Zamfara State Police Command has recorded another operational success with the rescue of two abducted victims, killing of one armed bandit, and recovery of an AK-47 rifle with its magazine.
Religion
CP A.M. BELLO PSC+, MNIPS, CCNP FELICITATES MUSLIMS ON EID-UL-MAULUD, PRAYS FOR SUSTAINED PEACE AND SECURITY IN ZAMFARA
The Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, CP A.M. Bello, PSC+, MNIPS, has joined Muslim faithful across Zamfara State and beyond in celebrating Eid-ul-Maulud, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Security & Crime
OPFY Theatre Commander solicits media collaboration to enhance counter terrorism operations in Zamfara
The Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), Major General WB Idris, has called for sustained military-media collaboration to enhance ongoing counter-terrorism operations and efforts towards restoring lasting peace and security across Zamfara state and the entire North West region.
Security & Crime
Zamfara hosts 2026 Police security summit as Gov. Lawal reaffirms commitment of none negotiations with bandits
Zamfara state, also known as the hub of progress and peace has hosted the 2026 Nigeria Police Force security summit, marking the total conquest of insurgency as Governor Dauda Lawal reaffirms his administration's commitment of none negotiations with bandits.
In a statement signed by Comrade Suleiman Bala Idris Spokesperson to the Government of Zamfara state, the Governor emphasised that bandits who refuse peace and threaten innocent people must face the full consequences of the law.
Security & Crime
CP A.M. BELLO RECEIVES ACTING COMMANDER, 1 BRIGADE NIGERIAN ARMY, ON COURTESY VISIT
In a bid to strengthen inter-agency synergy, consolidate operational gains, and enhance security across Zamfara State, the newly appointed Acting Commander of 1 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Colonel J. Umaru, paid an official courtesy visit to the Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, CP A.M. Bello, psc+, MNIPS, CCNP, at the State Police Command Headquarters, Gusau.
Politics
2026 NAWOJ’s WINSEC Summit: Women Affairs Minister Congratulates Dr. Lubna Gusau, other Awards Recipients, advocates women Inclusion in governance
The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has congratulated the Queen of Hausaland, Dr. Lubna Muhammad Baba Gusau and other recipients of the WINSEC 2026 Awards for their outstanding service and contributions to national development.
The Minister gave the commendation while delivering her keynote address at the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Women in Security Summit and Awards (WINSEC) 2026, where she was also invested as the Nati
Security & Crime
REJOINDER TO PRNIGERIA REPORT ON ALLEGED LACK OF SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES OF FALLEN POLICE EOD PERSONNEL
The attention of the Zamfara State Police Command has been drawn to a publication by PRNigeria titled, **“Experts Raise Alarm Over Lack of Support for Families of Officers Killed in Zamfara IED Blast,”** alleging that the families of three Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty were yet to receive any form of support from the Zamfara State Government.
Security & Crime
Ant-banditry Operations: Police rescues 4 kidnapped victims in Zamfara
The Zamfara State Police Command has recorded another operational success in its sustained offensive against banditry, following the rescue of four kidnapped victims during a swift response by operatives of the Command's Violence Crime Response Unit (VCRU).
On 3rd August 2026, at about 5:00 p.m., operatives attached to the VCRU, acting on credible intelligence, responded to a distress report that a large number of heavily armed bandits had blocked the Mafara–Anka Road near Mai-Kwanugga Villag
Security & Crime
OPFY Troops foil multiple kidnapping attempts, rescue Rector of Fed. Poly in Zamfara
Troops of Sector 2 Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have recorded further successes, foiling multiple kidnap attempts in Zamfara State.
Security & Crime
NDLEA visits NSCDC to strengthen existing working relationship in Zamfara
Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Zamfara State Command, has received the Commander Narcotics, CN Mohammed Kabiru at the administrative headquarters, Gusau, on a courtesy visit aimed at strengthening the existing working relationships in the state.
Court & Judiciary
Zamfara APC VS Shinkafi's Court Case: Barr. Galadi expresses confidence, assures ultimate victory as Court adjourns to 5th August
As the people of Zamfara state, Nigerians and the entire world watch with enthusiasm to see and hear the turn out of event in the legal tussle between a lone Sani Shinkafi against the state chapter of APC, INEC and Sen. Sahabi Ya'u, Barr. Bello Galadi, the plaintiff's lawyer gave assurance of victory as the court adjourned the session to August 5th 2026.
Court & Judiciary
Shinkafi VS APC, INEC, Sahabi: plaintiff's lawyer assures ultimate victory as Court adjourns to 5th August
As the people of Zamfara state, Nigerians and the entire world watch with enthusiasm to see and hear the turn out of event in the legal tussle between
a lone Sani Shinkafi against the state chapter of APC, INEC and Sen. Sahabi Ya'u, Barr. Bello Galadi, the plaintiff's lawyer gave assurance of victory as the court adjourned the session to August 5th 2026.
Galadi assured Shinkafi of victory in his words during an interview with Journalists presence at the Federal High Court Gusau to monit
Security & Crime
OPFY Troops rescue 48 Kidnapped Civilians in Zamfara
Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have rescued 48 kidnapped victims following a swift response to a terrorist attack on Magami village, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, in the early hours of 26 July 2026.
Security & Crime
Zamfara Police, JST arrest 2 suspects, recover 55 rounds of AK-47 ammunition
In its sustained efforts to curb the proliferation of illegal firearms and ammunition across the state, the Zamfara State Police Command has recorded another significant operational breakthrough.
DSP Yazid Abubakar, ANIPR
Police Public Relations Officer
for Zamfara State Police Command revealed in a statement made available to Journalists in Gusau the state capital.
Security & Crime
Zamfara State: Operation Fansan Yamma Rescue 48 Kidnap victims as they engaged Terrorists in a fierce firefight
The Troops of the Joint Task Force in the North West under Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 48 kidnapped victims following a swift response to a terrorist attack on Magami village, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, in the early hours of Sunday being 26 July 2026.
Security & Crime
Zamfara Police rescue Boy, 15yrs from four months bandits' captivity
The Zamfara State Police Command has recorded another significant breakthrough in its sustained campaign against banditry with the successful rescue of a kidnap victim who spent four months in captivity.
As disclosed in a statement by DSP Yazid Abubakar, the Police Public Relations Officer Zamfara state Command, the victim, Hassan Rilwan, 15, of Danjibga in Tsafe Local Government Area, was rescued following sustained and intelligence-led operations by the Command's tactical operatives targeti
Security & Crime
Reprisal Operations: Police rescue kidnapped victims, recover AK-47 ruffle in Zamfara
In its sustained offensive Operations against banditry and other violent crimes, the Zamfara State Police Command has recorded another significant operational success, resulting in the rescue of kidnap victims and the recovery of an AK-47 rifle and a Boxer motorcycle during separate operations across the state.
Security & Crime
Reprisal Attack: Zamfara Police rescues 11 kidnapped victims after bandits on Gummi-Sokoto highway
The Zamfara State Police Command has successfully rescued eleven (11) kidnapped victims following a bandit attack along the Gummi–Sokoto Highway.
This was disclosed in a statement by DSP Yazid Abubakar, ANIPR, Police Public Relations Officer for Zamfara State Command, made available to Journalists in Gusau.
Security & Crime
North West:Troops Operation Fansan Yamma Rescue Kidnap victims, Arrest Terrorists Logistics Suppliers with 10 Motor Cycles
Between 19 and 20 July 2026, troops of Operation Fansan Yamma in a separate operations conducted in Zamfara, Katsina and Kebbi states in the North West have continued to sustain pressure on terrorists and recording significant operational successes through the rescue of kidnapped victims, the disruption of a planned abduction, and the arrest of suspected terrorist logistics suppliers.
Security & Crime
Zamfara Police bursts bandits hideouts, recovers rustled cattles, sheep, weapons
The Zamfara State Police Command, through the Violence Crime Response Unit (VCRU), has recorded another significant operational success in its ongoing efforts to combat banditry and other violent crimes across the state.