Bello Matawalle
Tracked across 14 events · 171 articles · First seen Dec 14, 2025 · Last active Aug 20, 2026
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Impact: As Minister of State for Defence, Matawalle issued the directive to intensify operations, reinforcing his role in Nigeria's security policy.
Jul 26, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
Impact: Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, is the central figure of this event, facing calls for his removal or redeployment due to allegations of past ties with bandits and a perceived lack of experience and public confidence.
Apr 17, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Impact: Bello Matawalle, Nigeria's Minister of State for Defence, is the subject of calls for his removal or reassignment due to allegations of complicity with banditry and a perceived failure to address insecurity.
Apr 15, 2026 · 15 articles
Domestic
Impact: As the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle is a key figure in the Nigerian government and a strong supporter of President Bola Tinubu. His statements aim to bolster public confidence in the administration's performance and secure re-election for Bola Tinubu.
Jun 11, 2026 · 25 articles
Domestic
Impact: As Minister of State for Defence, he inaugurated the institute and solar facility, reinforcing government policy.
Jul 29, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
Impact: Bello Matawalle, former governor of Nigeria — Zamfara State and current Minister of State for Defence, is accused of holding peace meetings with Bello Turji and allegedly distributing money and vehicles.
Dec 14, 2025 · 6 articles
Domestic
President Bola Tinubu has directed the immediate preparation of a comprehensive National Threat Assessment and a rolling five-year Strategic Defence Operations Plan to strengthen coordination among Nigeria's defence, intelligence and security agencies. The directive was…
Impact: Bello Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence, is a committee member, contributing to the defence planning process.
Aug 19, 2026 · 23 articles
Domestic
Impact: Bello Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence and former governor, read the communique announcing the endorsements and reaffirmed his support for the Nigeria — All Progressives Congress, President Bola Tinubu, and Governor Dauda Lawal.
Apr 25, 2026 · 7 articles
Accidents
Impact: Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, is appealed to by local officials to intervene and intensify military operations to secure the release of the hostages and improve security.
Jun 08, 2026 · 24 articles
Domestic
Impact: Minister of State for Defence, confirmed attendance.
Jul 25, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
Nigeria is advancing plans to establish local production lines for armoured vehicles, anti-drone platforms, and other military equipment through a partnership between the Nigeria — Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON-D7G) and Eagles International for…
Impact: The Minister of State for Defence led the inspection tour, signalling government support for the initiative, which could bolster his political profile.
Aug 16, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Impact: Bello Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence, is a member of the committee, contributing to the strategic discussions for the Nigeria — All Progressives Congress.
Dec 24, 2025 · 11 articles
Domestic
Impact: Bello Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence, was directed by Bola Tinubu to temporarily relocate to Nigeria — Kebbi State to oversee rescue operations.
Dec 18, 2025 · 12 articles
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