Nigeria — Zamfara State
Tracked across 33 events · 373 articles · First seen Dec 01, 2025 · Last active Jun 10, 2026
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Impact: Nigeria — Zamfara State launched its first comprehensive long-term development plan (2025-2034) to transform its economy, infrastructure, and social welfare, aiming for transformative economic growth.
Dec 05, 2025 · 6 articles
Accidents
Seven students of the Federal Polytechnic, Kaura Namoda>>>, Nigeria — Zamfara State>>>, were abducted by suspected bandits, allegedly led by Kachalla Bello Dansadiya>>>, from their off-campus residence. The incident was confirmed by Mannir Haidara Kaura>>>,…
Impact: The Nigeria — Zamfara State>>> is the primary location of the abduction and is experiencing a worsening security situation, impacting its residents and economic activities. The state government and its security apparatus are under scrutiny for their response to the banditry.
Jun 03, 2026 · 9 articles
Accidents
No fewer than 50 elderly residents of Magamin Diddi village in Nigeria — Maradun Local Government Area of Nigeria — Zamfara State were abducted by the notorious bandit kingpin Jammo during a reconciliation mission. The…
Impact: Nigeria — Zamfara State is the location of the abduction and faces ongoing security challenges due to banditry. The event highlights the state's struggle to maintain peace and security.
Jun 08, 2026 · 24 articles
Domestic
The Nigeria — House of Representatives (Nigeria)>>> has summoned the nation's service chiefs, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu>>>, and other key officials including the Director-General of the Department of State Services, Minister of Finance, and…
Impact: Nigeria — Zamfara State>>> is one of the most affected regions by banditry and kidnappings, with numerous attacks and casualties reported, highlighting the severe impact of insecurity on its communities.
Jun 09, 2026 · 9 articles
Domestic
The Nigeria — African Democratic Congress>>> (ADC) is holding its presidential primary elections across Nigeria>>> to select a candidate for the 2027 general election. Rotimi Amaechi>>> won the primary in Nigeria — Bayelsa State>>> with…
Impact: Nigeria — Zamfara State was the location where the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary election was held, with results announced in Gusau.
May 25, 2026 · 56 articles
International
Impact: Nigeria — Zamfara State is one of the affected states where 150 people were abducted in Kurfa Danya and Kurfan Magaji villages, and other incidents occurred.
Apr 11, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has directed all public primary and secondary school teachers in Nigeria — Oyo State to begin an indefinite strike from June 1, 2026, due to the continued captivity of…
Impact: Nigeria — Zamfara State>>> is mentioned as another region affected by the widespread insecurity and abductions in Nigeria>>>.
May 31, 2026 · 48 articles
International
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has formally urged United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres to invoke Article 99 of the UN Charter, bringing Nigeria's severe security crisis to the attention of the International —…
Impact: Nigeria — Zamfara State is cited as one of the regions in Nigeria facing a worsening security crisis.
May 31, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Senator Aminu Tambuwal>>>, former governor of Nigeria — Sokoto State>>>, expressed profound grief and condemned recent bandit attacks on the Larimichthys polyactis>>> community in Nigeria — Tureta Local Government Area>>>. The attacks, which occurred on…
Impact: Nigeria — Zamfara State>>> is mentioned as part of the 'Sokoto-Zamfara axis', indicating a broader region affected by similar banditry and security challenges.
Jun 03, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
The Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria>>> has strongly criticized the Nigeria>>> for its failure to address the escalating security crisis across Nigeria>>>. The Council, through its Secretary General Nafiu Baba-Ahmad>>>, highlighted the alarming increase…
Impact: Nigeria — Zamfara State>>> is one of the states cited by the Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria>>> as experiencing mass abductions and attacks, indicating the widespread nature of the security crisis.
Jun 10, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Impact: Allegations linked to Bello Matawalle's tenure as governor of Nigeria — Zamfara State are cited as 'red flags' contributing to calls for his removal from the defense ministry.
Apr 15, 2026 · 15 articles
Domestic
Impact: Nigeria — Zamfara State is mentioned as a location where Nigerian security forces conducted successful operations against bandits, contributing to the government's claims of improved security.
Apr 08, 2026 · 10 articles
Domestic
Impact: Bello Matawalle's past tenure as governor of Nigeria — Zamfara State is cited as the source of allegations regarding his ties to bandits.
Apr 17, 2026 · 7 articles
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