• About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy & Policy
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Umpirenews | Latest News, Politics, Breaking News, Nigeria and African history
Advertisement
  • National
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Editorial
  • Opinion
  • Columns
No Result
View All Result
  • National
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Editorial
  • Opinion
  • Columns
No Result
View All Result
Umpirenews | Latest News, Politics, Breaking News, Nigeria and African history
No Result
View All Result

Shinkafi Calls For The Imposition Of Emergency Measures In Zamfara, Citing The Dominance Of Bandits In The Region

Martins Nwakaji by Martins Nwakaji
October 23, 2024
in National, News
Reading Time: 3 mins read
A A
0
Shinkafi Calls For The Imposition Of Emergency Measures In Zamfara, Citing The Dominance Of Bandits In The Region
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on WhatsappShare on EmailShare on Telegram

In light of the escalating security situation in Zamfara State due to increased banditry activities, Dr. Suleiman Shuaibu Shikafi, President of the African Youth for Conflict Resolution in Nigeria and former adviser to the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has urged President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in the state to reinstate law and order.
During an interview in Kaduna, Dr. Shikafi expressed that all the local government areas in the state are now under the control of the bandits. Dr. Shikafi stated, “Zamfara State is in a dire situation. The bandits have taken control over all local government areas, overshadowing the authority of the governor. The governor’s whereabouts are unknown, with reports suggesting he has returned to America after traveling with other northern governors two weeks ago, leaving his people vulnerable to attacks by these criminal elements.

“We implore President Tinubu to exercise his discretionary powers by declaring a state of emergency in Zamfara and deploying specialized troops to restore law and order within a timeframe of three to six months. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo resorted to a similar action when the former Plateau State governor, Joshua Dariye, lost control of the state.
“Mr. President, please remember your commitment to stand by us, considering the substantial support you received from the North West. It is now time to reciprocate. The most effective course of action is to implement a state of emergency,” he emphasized.

Dr. Shikafi praised the efforts of the police, military, and the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for their unwavering dedication to safeguarding the populace, even at the cost of their lives in the line of duty.
Regarding the protests against Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, Dr. Shikafi highlighted, “During my tenure as part of the Matawalle administration, he left N11 billion in the Zamfara State treasury. We established various assets including houses, hotels, and shares.
“Hence, accusations of Matawalle embezzling N700 billion within a year in a state that receives between N3 and N4 billion in federal allocation monthly are unfounded. Those aligning themselves with the All Progressives Congress (APC) are misguided.
“I urge these individuals to cease their unwarranted attacks on Matawalle, as we are no longer willing to stand idly by.”

Conversely, Alhaji Ashiru Tukur, Chairman of the APC Youth Wing Mobilisation Vanguard, contended that those inciting the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against Minister of State for Defence, Matawalle, lack understanding of the law.
Tukur asserted that efforts to tarnish the reputation of Matawalle and former Governor Abdulaziz Yari will be futile as long as they fulfill their duties. He lauded the EFCC for dismissing the protesters and their backers, emphasizing that they should refrain from dictating its operations.
“The individuals campaigning against Matawalle exhibit ignorance of legal procedures and the functioning of institutions like the EFCC. The ministerial nominees of President Bola Tinubu underwent due process before being approved by the National Assembly, underscoring our concern regarding the continued protest to influence the EFCC, “Tukur concluded.
From: Nwakaji Peace Martins

Martins Nwakaji

Martins Nwakaji

Related Posts

Amupitan will need courage to restore INEC’s credibility — Presidency
National

Amupitan will need courage to restore INEC’s credibility — Presidency

19 hours ago
Despite Herdsmen attack, Enugu is the safest State in Nigeria-Governor Peter Mbah
National

Mbah’s APC defection move rips Enugu PDP apart

19 hours ago
Dangote Refinery Begins Distribution of Petrol Nationwide
Economy

We never imported bad fuel – Dangote Refinery

19 hours ago
Labour Party loses more chieftains to Enugu PDP in recent defection
National

Choose to redeem, not bury Nigeria’s democracy – LP tells Amupitan

19 hours ago

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

I agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

NATIONS NEWS

Amupitan will need courage to restore INEC’s credibility — Presidency
National

Amupitan will need courage to restore INEC’s credibility — Presidency

19 hours ago
Despite Herdsmen attack, Enugu is the safest State in Nigeria-Governor Peter Mbah
National

Mbah’s APC defection move rips Enugu PDP apart

19 hours ago
Dangote Refinery Begins Distribution of Petrol Nationwide
Economy

We never imported bad fuel – Dangote Refinery

19 hours ago
Labour Party loses more chieftains to Enugu PDP in recent defection
National

Choose to redeem, not bury Nigeria’s democracy – LP tells Amupitan

19 hours ago
PDP Governors Hold Crucial Caucus Ahead NEC Meeting
National

PDP to Senate: Don’t hurry Amupitan confirmation, Nigerians deserve credible INEC chair

19 hours ago
Nigerians can’t wait to assess new INEC chairman’s performance – Nwagwu
National

Nigerians can’t wait to assess new INEC chairman’s performance – Nwagwu

2 days ago

POLITICS

Despite Herdsmen attack, Enugu is the safest State in Nigeria-Governor Peter Mbah

Mbah’s APC defection move rips Enugu PDP apart

19 hours ago
PDP Governors Hold Crucial Caucus Ahead NEC Meeting

PDP to Senate: Don’t hurry Amupitan confirmation, Nigerians deserve credible INEC chair

19 hours ago
2027: Defections can’t stop us – PDP declares

2027: Defections can’t stop us – PDP declares

2 days ago
Seven Akwa Ibom Lawmakers Defect to APC, Citing Party Divisions

2027: ADC’s hope of victory just hallucination – APC

3 days ago
Akpabio, Moro in heated argument over senators’ defections

Akpabio, Moro in heated argument over senators’ defections

3 days ago
Court Orders INEC to Prosecute 2023 Election Offenders

Fix INEC before 2027 elections – Political leaders urge Tinubu

5 days ago

YOUR ECONOMY

Dangote Refinery Begins Distribution of Petrol Nationwide
Economy

We never imported bad fuel – Dangote Refinery

19 hours ago
Naira Appreciates to N1,465/$ as External Reserves Reserves Jump to $42.4bn
Economy

Naira Appreciates to N1,465/$ as External Reserves Reserves Jump to $42.4bn

7 days ago
BREAKING NEWS: PENGASSAN Declares Nationwide Strike.
Economy

BREAKING NEWS: PENGASSAN calls off strike

2 weeks ago
You’re scaring off investors – Senator Karimi warns PENGASSAN over feud with Dangote Refinery
Economy

You’re scaring off investors – Senator Karimi warns PENGASSAN over feud with Dangote Refinery

2 weeks ago
BUA Chairman: Naira Will Settle at N1,300/$ by December 2025
Economy

BUA Chairman: Naira Will Settle at N1,300/$ by December 2025

2 weeks ago
IMF, World Bank, puppeteers behind Nigeria’s full fuel subsidy removal – Falana
Economy

IMF, World Bank, puppeteers behind Nigeria’s full fuel subsidy removal – Falana

4 weeks ago

E & P

EPL: They’ll be beaten – Paul Scholes predicts winner in Liverpool vs Man Utd
Sports

EPL: They’ll be beaten – Paul Scholes predicts winner in Liverpool vs Man Utd

by Steven Atogi
4 days ago
0

Manchester United legend, Paul Scholes has predicted the Premier League match between the Red Devils and Liverpool. Liverpool will host...

EPL: Amorim should use Mbeumo as striker over Sesko — Owen

EPL: Amorim should use Mbeumo as striker over Sesko — Owen

1 week ago
Xavi Hernandez hinted to replace Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford

Xavi Hernandez hinted to replace Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford

2 weeks ago
Dembele wins 2025 Ballon d’Or ahead of Yamal [Full list]

Dembele wins 2025 Ballon d’Or ahead of Yamal [Full list]

3 weeks ago
Paul Scholes Defends Amorim’s System, Slams Manchester United Recruitment System

Paul Scholes Defends Amorim’s System, Slams Manchester United Recruitment System

4 weeks ago
Lookman Wins Atalanta Player of the Month of September 2024

Siasia to Chelle: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare

1 month ago

YOUR THOUGHT & HISTORY

NASS Rubber-Stamp Tinubu: PDP Chieftain Blasts Legislature, Calls Akpabio ‘Unfit’
National

NASS Rubber-Stamp Tinubu: PDP Chieftain Blasts Legislature, Calls Akpabio ‘Unfit’

by Steven Atogi
7 days ago
The Union, the Tycoon, and the State: Dangote versus PENGASSAN War, A New Precedent for Nigerian Labour
Opinion

The Union, the Tycoon, and the State: Dangote versus PENGASSAN War, A New Precedent for Nigerian Labour

by Odini Brains
2 weeks ago
HOW MR EAZI, OTEDOLA’S SON-IN-LAW, BUILT AN 18-COUNTRY EMPIRE
Opinion

HOW MR EAZI, OTEDOLA’S SON-IN-LAW, BUILT AN 18-COUNTRY EMPIRE

by Odini Brains
1 month ago
Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola: A Love Story That Traveled Three Continents
National

Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola: A Love Story That Traveled Three Continents

by Odini Brains
1 month ago
The Rise And Fall Of Sports Institute, Isaka
Columns

The Rise And Fall Of Sports Institute, Isaka

by Tammy Opoki
2 months ago

Who we are

Umpirenews | Latest News, Politics, Breaking News, Nigeria and African history

Welcome to Umpire News, your go-to online newspaper dedicated to broadening perspectives and expanding the horizons of our numerous readers. Read more

Browse by Category

  • Columns
  • Economy
  • Editorial
  • Entertainment
  • International
  • National
  • News
  • Opinion
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Trends

Recent News

Amupitan will need courage to restore INEC’s credibility — Presidency

Amupitan will need courage to restore INEC’s credibility — Presidency

October 11, 2025
Despite Herdsmen attack, Enugu is the safest State in Nigeria-Governor Peter Mbah

Mbah’s APC defection move rips Enugu PDP apart

October 11, 2025
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy & Policy

© 2024 Copyright Umpirenews. All rights reserved

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • National
  • Economy
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • Editorial
  • Opinion
  • Columns

© 2024 Copyright Umpirenews. All rights reserved

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.

🤑Join & Get Our Easter Gifts 🤑

Enter your NAME & Email NOW!!

Be among the 1st 100 lucky WINNERS to win our Amazing GIFTs this Easter Period as you READ our Daily hot NEWs & make meaningful comments and follow us on our social media handles.

Name
Enter your email address