Bayo Onanuga: Clarifying Matawalle’s Political Controversy
Bayo Onanuga, a prominent Nigerian political figure, clarified that former Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle, was not sacked from his ministerial role due to allegations of his involvement in banditry, as such claims were found to be untrue.
Onanuga emphasized that the accusations were politically motivated, primarily stemming from rival political factions.
Matawalle himself has repeatedly denied any connections to banditry, even swearing publicly with the Holy Qur’an to affirm his innocence.
He has challenged his accusers to provide evidence to substantiate their claims​.