A pressure group, the Northern Elders Support Group, has accused Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, of being distracted by political confrontations while insecurity continues to worsen across the state.
In a statement, the group said growing dissatisfaction is trailing the Lawal administration, alleging that the governor is prioritising political battles over addressing persistent banditry and violent crimes affecting Zamfara communities.
The group claimed that instead of concentrating on lasting solutions to insecurity, the governor appears more focused on confrontations with the Bola Ahmed Tinubu–led federal government and some key ministers, particularly those the group said are perceived to be performing better in governance.
According to the group, many residents of Zamfara State are unhappy and deeply frustrated by the continued security challenges that have disrupted daily life, displaced families, and crippled economic activities.
The group insisted that what the people urgently desire is peace, safety, and a decisive response to insecurity.
“There is a clear expectation that the governor should remain focused on securing Zamfara and restoring confidence among the people,” the statement said.
“Unfortunately, what we see instead is a preoccupation with political mischief and policy disputes with the federal government.”
The group likened the situation to that of a leader who sends away his own child and then claims to be acting in the family’s interest, a metaphor it said reflects a betrayal of responsibility and misplaced priorities.
It argued that such a leader cannot genuinely claim to be working in the best interest of the people.
The Northern Elders Support Group further accused Governor Lawal of fuelling political tension in the North through confrontations that undermine unity and cooperation, at a time when collaboration between state and federal authorities is critical to tackling insecurity.
The group maintained that rather than engaging in attacks against federal ministers and political opponents, including former governor Bello Matawalle, the Zamfara governor should concentrate on achieving tangible results in security, governance, and development.
The statement was signed by Hon. Yusuf Abubakar, Acting Chairman of the group.
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