CSO tackles Matawalle, defence minister, queries Zamfara gold trade despite FG’s ban

Businessday | 19-06-2026 10:35pm |

A Civil Society Organisation has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Zamfara State Government, demanding accountability regarding the Gold Reserve Initiative. This action comes in light of ongoing concerns about the state's gold trade, which persists despite a federal government ban. The organisation has specifically called out Governor Bello Matawalle and the Defence Minister for their roles in the situation, urging them to clarify the status and legality of gold mining operations in the region. The ultimatum highlights the need for transparency and adherence to federal regulations concerning natural resource management.

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