H.E Dauda Lawal, the executive governor of Zamfara has explained that the is worthwhile improvement in the state due to the significant investment of his administration in security in a bid to ensure peace and order.
Sulaiman Idris, the governor’s media aide in a statement released to journalists on Saturday made it known that Lawal made the remark during a “Walk for Peace” organized to commemorate the second anniversary of his administration.
The peace walk commenced at the Government House and proceeded to Freedom Square, located in Gusau city centre, the state capital.
Lawal, while addressing citizens, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to eradicating all forms of criminal activity in the state, with particular focus on banditry.
He said, “Today, we have all come out in thousands to march for peace, to let the world know that Zamfara has significantly improved in terms of security.
“My administration has invested significant efforts and resources into empowering troops, gathering intelligence, and collaborating and partnering to restore peace.”
The governor explained that remarkable progress has been recorded in the restoration of peace and order to troubled areas as well as roads said to be previously dangerous now adjudged as safe and accessible.
“We have recorded tremendous success in the fight against banditry; most of the volatile areas previously flashpoints of concern are now peaceful. Roads that were once impassable and off-limits places are now open for travellers to move about freely.
“You can see how freely people move about their daily activities and how joyfully they have come together in large numbers to walk for peace. This clearly indicates that our people are peaceful and desire peace.
“It also demonstrates that the people understand and appreciate what the state government is doing to promote peace,” Lawal said.
