Matawalle kept terrorists at the government house, and ransom was paid to terrorists through the government. Matawalle purchased 34 brand new 2019 Model Hilux and distributed to the terrorists leaders like Ado Aleiru, Halilu Subububu and Bello Turji.
A former senior aide to Nigeria’s Defence Minister and former Zamfara governor, Bello Matawalle, has accused him of continuing to maintain direct contact with notorious terrorist commanders whom he allegedly funded, equipped, and politically mobilised during his time as governor.
Buying Stolen Cows Directly From Bandits:
The former aide claimed the governor routinely purchased rustled cattle from terrorists at discounted prices, especially during festive seasons.
He said bandit leaders complained that when they took stolen animals to the market, owners often identified them, prompting Matawalle to buy directly.
“He uses to buy rustled animals from bandit with cheaper rate during sallah festive season… he decided to buy directly from them. And he bought them at flat rate… N150,000 each.”
He alleged that Matawalle regularly invited bandit commanders into Government House despite their involvement in killings, kidnappings, and mass displacement.
“He used to invite bandits to the Government House Zamfara during his tenure and discussed even political issues with them and how they would compel the communities to vote for him for the second tenure.”
Election Influence And 2027 Plans:
The former aide claimed the minister maintains the relationships for political leverage.
“Those of us that are close to him, we are suprised why would a minister be doing this but it is clear why he is holding them.”
He alleged that Matawalle used bandit groups to secure votes in 2023 and intends to do so again in 2027.
“Because they are still using them during political periods and 2027 election is coming.”
He added that many terrorists voted for the ruling APC on Matawalle’s orders: “Many of these terrorists voted for APC in 2023 because the minister was the governor and he told them to vote for APC and Tinubu also won them, because of their votes.”
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