Dauda Lawal
NigeriapoliticianMale2.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara State, Nigeria, who has made a significant commitment to combating banditry and ensuring the safety of his constituents. Elected in 2023, he has prioritized security in his administration, stating that negotiations with bandits are not part of his agenda. Lawal emphasizes a strategy of strength and has publicly reiterated his administration's stance against negotiating with those who engage in violence and terror. His leadership seeks to restore peace to a region plagued by banditry for years.
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Governor Dauda Lawal's defection to the APC is described by Sanusi Sa'adu as an evil wind that will not benefit the party.
2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryNigeria· 2026-06-23
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State is reportedly considering joining the ruling All Progressives Congress.
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal Considers Defection to APCNigeria· 2026-03-05
Governor Dauda Lawal has ordered the abolition of cash collection for all state revenues to strengthen digital systems.
Zamfara Gov Ends Cash Revenue Collection to Boost IGRNigeria· 2026-03-01
Governor Dauda Lawal is accused of using security personnel to arrest and intimidate opposition members.
APC, PDP Clash Over Arrests in Zamfara Political TussleNigeria· 2026-01-29
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara and involved in the PDP's factional disputes.
PDP Factions Seek Alliances for 2027 Amid Internal CrisisNigeria· 2026-01-11
Dauda Lawal, the Zamfara State Governor, assured that efforts were being made to carry all stakeholders along.
Lamido, Wike camps oppose PDP chairmanship consensus candidaNigeria· 2025-10-26
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara State who has set up a committee to mobilise voter registration.
North Rallies Voters as South Leads Pre-RegistrationNigeria· 2025-09-09
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has declared that he has the capacity to wipe out banditry in the state within two months if given direct control of security agencies.
Zamfara Governor Vows to End Banditry in Two Months If EmpowNigeria· 2025-09-04
Dauda Lawal, the Governor of Zamfara State, has granted permanent employment status to 60 nurses.
Zamfara Offers 60 Nurses Permanent JobsNigeria· 2025-07-13
Dauda Lawal is the state governor who has been invited to join the African Democratic Congress.
Zamfara Gov Invited to Join ADC PartyNigeria· 2025-07-05
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara supporting Anyanwu’s reinstatement.
PDP NEC Reinstates Anyanwu as National SecretaryNigeria· 2025-06-30
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara is part of the group supporting the NEC meeting.
Wike vs Makinde Showdown at NEC MeetingNigeria· 2025-06-30
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara supporting Makinde's position.
Makinde, Wike Clash Over NEC MeetingNigeria· 2025-06-26Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara who was present at the meeting with INEC.
NEC Convenes Amid Gov, INEC StalemateNigeria· 2025-06-25
Governor Dauda Lawal's Special Assistant on Media and Communications confirmed the incident but could not provide casualty numbers.
Many feared dead as Bello Turji’s group, Zamfara guards clashNigeria· 2025-06-24
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has vowed not to leave the PDP despite pressure.
Tinubu's APC Gains 12 Senators, RepsNigeria· 2025-06-10
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara State who insists on remaining in the Peoples Democratic Party.
Zamfara Gov Defection Plot: Matawalle, Lawal Face-OffNigeria· 2025-06-09
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara and a member of the committee verifying the recognition of Samuel Anyanwu.
PDP NEC under pressure as INEC validates Wike-backed secretaryNigeria· 2025-05-28
Dauda Lawal, the Zamfara State Governor, expressed dissatisfaction with the Saraki-led panel's decision regarding Anyanwu.
Govs, BoT kick as Saraki panel fuels fresh PDP crisisNigeria· 2025-05-18
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara State who addressed the issue of students missing WAEC and NECO exams due to debts.
Zamfara students missed WAEC, NECO for two years over N3.2bn debts- LawalNigeria· 2025-05-15Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara State and a member of Saraki's reconciliation committee.
Saraki panel mobilises PDP bigwigs against defectionsNigeria· 2025-05-14
Dauda Lawal is a member of the reconciliation committee announced by Bala Mohammed.
Why Tinubu will defeat PDP again in 2027 – WikeNigeria· 2025-05-13
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara and was present at the meeting discussing the party’s internal crisis.
PDP installs new BoT members as govs map party directionNigeria· 2025-05-12
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara State attending the PDP meeting.
Makinde, Adeleke, others arrive Abuja for crucial PDP meetingNigeria· 2025-05-11
Governor Dauda Lawal is blamed for the death of the Chief Imam of Maru Jumuat mosque.
FG orders new strategy amid fresh attacks in Borno, BenueNigeria· 2025-05-08
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara State who will not appear before the federal lawmakers.
Benue, Zamfara assemblies reject Reps’ summonsNigeria· 2025-05-07
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has been summoned by the House Committee on Public Petitions to explain his functions.
Reps, Benue gov clash as NASS resumes todayNigeria· 2025-05-06
Dauda Lawal is the governor of Zamfara State who has raised concerns over the legality of the invitation issued to him by the House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions.
Zamfara, Benue govs challenge NASS summonsNigeria· 2025-05-05
Governor Dauda Lawal is cautioned by the Zamfara chapter of the All Progressives Congress to stop the judicial harassment of state lawmakers.
Stop harrasing lawmakers, APC tells Zamfara govNigeria· 2025-05-04
Dauda Lawal is the Governor of Zamfara state summoned by the House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions over insecurity.
Reps summon Benue, Zamfara govs over insecurityNigeria· 2025-05-03