A group of advocates for good governance, organized under the Coalition for Democracy and Development (CDD), is urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to implement a six-month state of emergency in Zamfara State.
They have raised concerns regarding issues of governance, security, and economic stability in the region.
The group contended that the actions undertaken by the state government have undermined democratic institutions, aggravated insecurity, and contributed to economic difficulties. …CONTINUE READING
Meanwhile, the Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development (PAPSD) has strongly condemned recent calls for a state of emergency in Zamfara State, describing them as an unpatriotic attempt to destabilize the state.
In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Alhaji Dr. Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, PAPSD accused “self-centred politicians” of orchestrating the calls in a bid to create political upheaval in a state that is gradually recovering from years of banditry.
PAPSD expressed outrage over reports that certain failed politicians are sponsoring youths and their associates to push for a state of emergency.
The group noted that such moves are unwarranted, especially now that security and economic activities have improved in Zamfara.
“It is outrageous that some failed politicians would sponsor youths and other proteges to clamour for a state of emergency now that peace has been significantly restored. Zamfara is experiencing economic growth and infrastructural development, something that was absent for over 13 years before Governor Dauda Lawal assumed office in 2023,” Shinkafi stated.
The group urged politicians in Zamfara to focus on development rather than engaging in divisive tactics.
“Governor Dauda Lawal has provided strong, visionary, and purposeful leadership in collaboration with President Tinubu and the military to crush banditry. Zamfara citizens have suffered enough due to years of armed banditry, kidnapping, and displacement. It is time to rebuild the state and provide dividends of democracy,” Shinkafi noted.
He called for an end to political distractions, urging stakeholders to support the government’s efforts in restoring lasting peace.
“We must move beyond politics of bitterness and focus on the transformation of Zamfara. The governor should be allowed to perform his duties without undue interference,” he added.
