The All Progressives Congress (APC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Zamfara State have engaged in a war of words over insecurity and alleged funding of bandits.
APC’s Allegations:
APC spokesperson Alhaji Yusuf Idris accused Governor Dauda Lawal of blaming predecessor Bello Mattawalle and APC for his failure to address banditry.
PDP’s Response:
Secretary to the State Government Abubakar Nakwada denied allegations, calling documents suggesting bandit funding “fake, mischievous, and malicious.”
APC’s Criticism:
Idris criticized Lawal’s administration for accusing APC of masterminding insecurity, despite promising to eliminate banditry within months.
PDP’s Defense:
Nakwada emphasized the government’s firm stance against negotiating with terrorists and highlighted strategic measures to combat banditry.
Governor’s Aide:
Mustafa Jafaru Kaura praised Lawal’s efforts, saying APC was exposing their own failures in addressing security challenges.
APC’s Challenge:
Idris demanded Lawal explain his administration’s actions against banditry, citing daily killings, kidnappings, and community taxation.
PDP’s Rebuttal:
Kaura argued APC’s leader, Defence Minister Bello Mattawalle, had failed to address insecurity in Zamfara.
Next Steps:
Zamfara people await tangible solutions to the lingering security crisis.
