A fresh wave of political outrage has hit Zamfara State following a tragic attack in Bindin, Maru Local Government Area, where bandits claimed the lives of security personnel and civilians.
In the wake of the heart-wrenching incident, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Zamfara State issued a fiery statement slamming Governor Dauda Lawal for traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, as part of a federal delegation for a nutrition policy exchange program while his state mourns.
The political group expressed deep dismay over the timing of the trip, describing it as a total disconnect from the harsh realities facing residents at home. NDC officials argued that leadership requires physical presence, empathy, and immediate action on the ground whenever such tragedies occur, rather than attending international summits abroad.
“The people of Zamfara need their leader present to offer comfort, coordinate local response efforts, and reassure communities facing severe security challenges,” the group noted, urging the governor to return home immediately and address the state.
The controversy has ignited fierce debates on social media, with citizens and observers split between those demanding stricter travel priorities for state executives during security emergencies and defenders who argue that international engagements remain part of official governance duties.
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