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ONE KILLED AS BANDITS ATTACK TSAFE LIVESTOCK MARKET

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From Aliyu Buhari Gusau Heavily armed bandits have attacked Tsafe livestock market, last Sunday, killing one person. The bandits reportedly launched the attack from a distance in the afternoon, forcing traders and buyers to flee for their lives. Security operatives have responded with heavy gunfire, forcing the attackers to flee. This is the second attack of its kind in the last two months.  The attack came a day after an invasion of Tsafe town that led to the abduction of seven people. Eyewitness Muhammad Tanimu said that, heavily armed bandits, numbering about 50, launched an attack on Tsafe town in the early hours of Saturday, firing sporadically. He said the attack, which started at about 12:50 a.m., lasted for more than an hour. According to him, security operatives responded only after the bandits had fled. Meanwhile, the Zamfara State Police Command has deployed reinforcements to the town. Tsafe has witnessed an upsurge in bandits attacks in recent days, with some farmers de...

2026 Anniversary day : NSCDC Deploys 275 Personnels in Zamfara

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From Aliyu Buhari Gusau The Zamfara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), under the inspired leadership of CC Sani Mustapha confirmed the deployment of 275 operational personnel across the state. This was Contained in a Press Statement Signed by the Sporksperson of NSCDC, ASCI Umar Mohammad M. issued to the Journalists in Gusau. According to the Statement, the Deployement, is to bolster security, protect lives and property, and to ensure peaceful and secured independence celebration. “These deployments effectively covers the anniversary celebrations, with the strategic aim of actively strengthening security presence at volatile areas, state borders, metropolitan and sensitive locations not limited to airport, trade fair, recreational centres, motor parks and other public spaces across the fourteen (14) Local Government Areas of the state” “The state commandant calls for an extensive operational coverage, discipline, consistency and the display of profes...

Zamfara Livestock Agency, NVMA Mark World Rabies Day, Vaccinate Hundreds of Dogs

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  Executive Secretary, Zamfara State Livestock Development Agency, Dr, Usman Isma'il Gusau, give's Vaccine From Aliyu Buhari Gusau The Zamfara State Livestock Development Agency, in collaboration with the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA), has joined the rest of the world in commemorating the 2026 World Rabies Day, with the theme “Stronger Together. This was Contained in a Press Released Signed by the Sporksperson of the Agency, Aliyu Buhari Gusau, issued to the Jounalists in Gusau, the State Capital. According to Statement, The programme commenced with a live phone in awareness programme featuring the Director of Veterinary Public Health, Dr. Fatima Bello, and One Health Officer, Dr. Ibrahim Hassan, who sensitised the public on the dangers of rabies, its transmission and the importance of vaccination. Statement said, As part of the activities, officials of the Agency trekked from Samaru to the Emir of Gusau’s Palace, where a free rabies vaccination exercise was la...

Zamfara @30 : FRSC Felicitates with Govt. Good People of the State, assures Safe Celebration ---- Sector Commander

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Sector Commander FRSC Zamfara Sate, Aliyu Ma'aji From Aliyu Buhari Gusau As Zamfara State marks its 30th Anniversary on 1st October 2026, the Federal Road Safety Corps, Zamfara Sector Command, under the leadership of the Sector Commander, CC Aliyu Ma'aji, felicitates with the Government and good people of the State. In a Press Statement Signed by the Sporksperson of the Command, SRC Isah Aliyu, issued to the Journslists in Gusau, the State Capital According to the Isah Aliyu, Sector Commander Aliyu Ma'aji has directed full deployment of Regular and Special Marshals across all critical routes, entry and exit points in Gusau, Kaura-Namoda, Talata-Mafara, Gummi, Maru, Bungudu, Tsafe and other major highways to ensure free flow of traffic and prompt rescue operations during and after the celebration. “The Command will participate fully in the State Anniversary activities and will sustain its commitment to zero crash during the celebration” Aliyu Ma'aji  appeals to motorists...

CAN, Appealed to Gov. dauda Lawal to allocate Land for them to Construct Cemetry in Zamfara

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Chairman Christian Association Zamfara State, Apolabi From Aliyu Buhari Gusau Christrian Assciation of Nigeria (CAN) has appealed to the Governor Dauda Lawal to allocate Land for the association to Construct Cemetry in Zamfara State. Tbe appealed was made by the Chairman CAN Apolabi in an interview the truth Newspaper in his office Gusau, the State Capital. According to Chairman the called is Neccessary Considering that, their old Cemetry is Full with dead body. Chairman apolabi, narrated that. CAN been in Zamfara for Morther 30 years, living with peace and Harmony. “The Relation between Muslims and Christians in Zamfara, is been Cordial, urged both the Muslims and Christian to Maintain the tempo” Chairman noted. “Christians Association of Nigeria has Over 30,000 Members across Zamfara State” Apolabi Point out. Apolabi warned any Christian that, Parade him Self as a Chairman of CAN in the State. He urged the People of the State Continues praying for Peace and Stability.

FCE(T) HAUSA DEPARTMENT HONOURS ZAMFARA DEPUTY GOVERNOR WITH AWARD OF EXCELLENCE

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FROM JAMILU SANI TSAFE The Hausa Department of the Federal College of Education (Technical), FCE(T) Gusau, has honoured the Deputy Governor of Zamfara State, His Excellency, Mallam Mani Malam Mummuni (Masamar Mudi) with an Award of Excellence in recognition of his contributions to education and human development. The award was presented during the department’s graduation ceremony and turbaning of new executives of the Hausa Association held at the college over the weekend. Representing the Deputy Governor at the event, the Director of Administration, Alhaji Dahiru Sani Gusau, commended the management, lecturers and staff of the college for their commitment and dedication which he said had contributed significantly to the successes recorded by the institution. He congratulated the graduating students and urged them to be good ambassadors of FCE(T) wherever they find themselves. He also encouraged them to pursue further education, acquire additional skills and contribute positively to so...

ZLGSC PRESENTS THREE MOTORCYCLES TO SUPPORTING STAFF FOR EFFECTIVE SERVICE DELIVERY

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From Jamilu Isah Gusau   The Executive Chairman of Zamfara State Local Government Service Commission, Alhaji Aminu Aliyu Mafara, has distributed three motorcycles to the supporting staff as part of his Governor Dauda Lawal administration’s efforts to strengthen their capacity, efficiency and effectiveness. The distribution ceremony, which was attended by the Executive Chairman, who was represented by the Secretary of the Commission, Brr Shafi'u Bukhari Kwatarkwashi, was held at the Commission in Gusau, the State Capital. Alhaji Aminu said during handing over of the motorcycles to the beneficiaries, that the motorcycles were staff assets and operational tools designed to support administration, supervision, ccreditation exercises. The Executive Chairman explained that the commission selected those staff who were of the quality of being useful, practical, and able to perform the tasks or functions it was designed for. The beneficiaries included the Senior Driver to the Executive Chai...