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Matawalle Rallies Zamfara Stakeholders in Kaduna, Says Tinubu is Devoted to Security

Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has reassured residents of Zamfara State and other communities affected by banditry that the federal government

Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, convened a gathering of former Zamfara State House of Assembly members, ex-commissioners, and political associates in Kaduna. During the interactive meeting, Matawalle assured residents of Zamfara and other affected communities that the federal government would continue its efforts to restore peace and security across the country.

The President, Bola Tinubu, was described by the minister as treating insecurity as a national emergency, with the Tinubu-led administration placing national security at the forefront of its policy agenda. Matawalle emphasized that the protection of lives and property is the primary concern of any serious government, and commended the Tinubu-led administration for its strong focus on securing the nation.

The minister urged the attendees to mobilize grassroots support for the 'Tinubu Again Movement' and take the message of continuity to communities across Zamfara and beyond ahead of the 2027 general election.

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