Insights shared by Daily Post indicate the Zamfara State Government has accused Minister of State for Defence Bello Matawalle of using federal security agencies to intimidate political opponents.
State officials claimed recent operations disproportionately affected opposition figures, while the minister reportedly denied wrongdoing and said actions were focused on tackling banditry.
The dispute reflects deeper political rivalries within the state as insecurity remains a major public concern.
**Echotitbits take:** When security becomes politicised, citizens lose. Watch for any presidential mediation, independent oversight of operations, and whether state–federal cooperation on intelligence and enforcement deteriorates or improves.
Source: TheSun – https://thesun.ng/zamfara-govt-accuses-defence-minister-nsas-office-of-hounding-opposition/ 2026-01-08
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