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Bello Matawalle

Tracked across 5 events · 53 articles · First seen Jan 29, 2026 · Last active Apr 18, 2026

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Bello Matawalle, Nigeria's Minister of State for Defence, is facing calls for his removal or redeployment due to allegations of complicity with banditry during his tenure as governor of Nigeria===Zamfara State and the worsening security crisis in Nigeria. His continued presence is seen as undermining public confidence and security efforts.
Apr 15, 2026 · 19 articles
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Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, is facing calls for his immediate sack or redeployment due to allegations of links with bandits during his tenure as Governor of Nigeria===Zamfara State and a perceived lack of expertise. This event significantly impacts his political career and public standing.
Apr 17, 2026 · 7 articles
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Bello Matawalle, as the Minister of State for Defence and former Governor of Nigeria===Zamfara State, welcomed Dauda Lawal's defection to the Nigeria===All Progressives Congress. This move is seen as a political reunion, strengthening the APC's position in Nigeria===Zamfara State and potentially aiding in addressing insecurity.
Mar 09, 2026 · 7 articles
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Regulatory
Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, announced Nigeria's plans to end the importation of defense and security equipment within two to five years, emphasizing the importance of local manufacturing and strategic partnerships.
Jan 29, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, was among the top government officials who welcomed Bola Tinubu upon his return to Abuja.
Jan 31, 2026 · 13 articles
95 Kimberly Daniels called for removal or redeployment Bello MatawalleUS Lawmaker Calls for...
80 Bello Matawalle faced allegations of complicity with banditryUS Lawmaker Calls for...
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