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‘I Swear By The Qur’an’: Ex-Aide Accuses Matawalle Of Shielding Bandits, Using Hit Squads.
According to Nivo News, a former aide to the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has leveled grave allegations against his former principal, accusing him of colluding with security operatives, shielding criminal elements, and facilitating engagements with notorious bandit leaders during his tenure as governor of Zamfara State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The allegations were made by Musa Muhammad Kamara, popularly known as Musa Kamarawa, who identified himself as a former Senior Special Assistant to Matawalle when he governed Zamfara State. Kamara made the claims during an interview with a Hausa-language media outlet, where he provided detailed accounts of events he said occurred while he served in government.
Kamara alleged that Matawalle maintained close ties with certain police officers who allegedly acted on his directives to eliminate perceived enemies while offering protection to selected individuals. He claimed these operatives were used selectively to suppress opposition and secure loyalty.
He further stated that his ordeal began in 2021 when security agencies questioned him over allegations that the Zamfara State Government procured vehicles for bandit leaders. Kamara said the inquiry followed public comments attributed to a cleric, Mallam Murtala Asada, who had alleged that government officials purchased vehicles for prominent bandits, including Bello Turji and Halilu Sububu.
According to Kamara, he admitted during questioning that vehicles were indeed provided, describing the move as part of a strategy adopted by the government at the time to engage armed groups. He claimed responsibility for sourcing replacement vehicles when one reportedly developed mechanical faults, adding that additional Hilux trucks were supplied.
Throughout the interview, Kamara repeatedly swore by the Holy Qur’an to affirm the authenticity of his claims, openly challenging Matawalle to publicly deny the allegations under the same oath if they were untrue.
He also alleged that after he began speaking out, efforts were made to silence him through the use of law enforcement agencies. Kamara claimed he was subjected to what he described as orchestrated media trials, asserting that cases brought against him failed repeatedly in court due to the absence of witnesses and evidence.
Dismissing suggestions that he still maintains ties with the Zamfara State Government or the current administration, Kamara stated that he severed all links with the government immediately after Matawalle left office and has had no dealings with the present leadership.
Kamara further alleged that the case against him was later transferred to the Federal High Court in Abuja, where it eventually collapsed. He claimed the court discharged the matter after prosecutors failed to establish any credible evidence.
Despite the dismissal of the case, Kamara said he remains in fear for his life, alleging that powerful forces want him silenced rather than seeking justice. He maintained that his safety remains uncertain as a result of the allegations he has made public.
As of the time of filing this report, Bello Mohammed Matawalle has not issued any public response to the accusations.
The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of three suspected kidnappers linked to the abduction of two medical doctors’ brothers in Auchi, Etsako West LGA.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The victims, Dr. Abu Ibrahim Babatunde and his younger brother, Dr. Tahir Abu Emhoye, were kidnapped on January 2, 2026, around 7:30 p.m. on City Pride Road, Igbira Camp, Auchi. While Dr. Tahir, a fresh graduate from Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, was killed by the abductors, Dr. Babatunde, a housemanship staff at Edo University Teaching Hospital, Auchi, was released on January 15 after a ₦50 million ransom was paid.
The suspects—Saminu Kawujie, Idris Abubakar, and Sani Abubakar—were apprehended in separate operations. Kawujie was arrested on February 3 at Warrake Forest, Owan East LGA, during a bush-combing operation carried out by police, local hunters, and vigilante groups. Items recovered from him included two knives, two mobile phones, a UBA ATM card, and ₦20,250. Identification parades confirmed him as one of the abductors.
Idris Abubakar and Sani Abubakar were arrested on February 8 at the Specialist Hospital, Auchi. Both were identified as part of the gang, with Idris specifically linked to receiving the ransom for Dr. Babatunde’s release.
ASP Eno Ikoedem, the police spokesperson, said investigations are ongoing to dismantle the entire criminal network responsible for the Auchi kidnappings. Commissioner of Police Monday Agbonika assured the public that all kidnapping cases will be pursued to completion, with continued intelligence-led policing and bush-combing operations across the state.
The Speaker of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, has been elected Chairman of the Progressive Speakers Conference, a forum of APC House Speakers nationwide.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Dangyatin assumed the position during the conference’s annual congress and executive elections held in Abuja. The body aims to enhance coordination among APC Speakers, promote party ideals, foster unity, and support democracy, peace, and national development.
Other key positions filled include the Ebonyi State Assembly Speaker as Deputy Chairman (South), the Nasarawa State Assembly Speaker as Deputy Chairman (North), and the Ondo State Assembly Speaker as Treasurer. Six zonal vice chairmen were also elected, including Ogun State’s Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide for the South-West zone and Plateau State’s Speaker for the North-Central zone. The new executive members are set to be sworn in on Monday, February 9, 2026.
Jigawa Governor Malam Umar Namadi congratulated Dangyatin, calling the election well deserved and expressing confidence that he would strengthen collaboration among APC members ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Professor Abayomi Fasina has officially stepped down as Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking at FUOYE’s 10th Convocation on Saturday, Prof. Fasina highlighted the university’s growth under his leadership, noting that it has become the fourth most sought-after university in Nigeria and has steadily improved in national rankings.
“Our progress is reflected in the 20-point agenda and transformation blueprint we have implemented since I assumed office in 2021,” he said.
He also emphasized the university’s infrastructural development, including what he called the “Blue Roof Revolution,” and expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu and others for their support during his tenure.
“As a former Deputy Vice-Chancellor, you are already part of our success story. I am confident FUOYE will continue to thrive under your leadership,” Fasina added.
A total of 7,684 students graduated at the convocation, including 7,396 undergraduates—with 131 earning First Class honours—and 288 postgraduates.
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