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References
- ↑ Maishanu, Abubakar (30 Jun 2021). "Breaking: Zamfara lawmaker shot dead after defecting to APC". www.premiumtimesng.com. Retrieved 2023-05-16.
- ↑ "Zamfara lawmaker killed after welcoming Governor Matawalle to APC". The Guardian. 30 June 2021. Retrieved 30 December 2021.
- ↑ Adegbe, Lucy (2021-06-30). "Lawmaker killed shortly after welcoming Gov. Matawalle to APC in Zamfara". The Street Journal. Retrieved 2023-05-16.
- ↑ Salaudeen, Adeniyi (June 30, 2021). "Zamfara Lawmaker Killed After Welcoming Matawalle To APC". Channels TV. Retrieved May 16, 2023.
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