Zamfara Insecurity: Only Tinubu, Not Gov. Lawal, Can End Banditry – APC Chieftain
“Tinubu Alone Can Save Zamfara” – APC Leader’s Urgent Plea Dr. Sani Shinkafi, a prominent APC chieftain in Zamfara, has declared that only President Bola Tinubu—not Governor Dauda Lawal—can end the state’s worsening banditry crisis, following the massacre of 38 hostages in Banga village. 💔 Gruesome Details of Banga Attack Victims held 5 months after N50M ransom was paid 3 pregnant women among hostages; newborn killed by bandits Bandits slaughtered captives despite ransom 🗣️ Shinkafi’s Key Arguments 1️⃣ Presidential Power Needed: “Tinubu must order massive troop deployment and arms supply.” Gov. Lawal lacks control over federal security forces. 2️⃣ Politicization Warning: Blames rivals for using insecurity for 2027 campaigns instead of uniting. 3️⃣ Gov. Lawal’s Efforts: Met security chiefs & Tinubu, yet no tangible results. 📌 Why Zamfara Remains Under Siege ✔ Weak Federal Response: No large-scale military operation✔ Ransom Economy: Bandits profit from kidnappings (N50M in Banga case)✔ Political Divisions: Leaders prioritize elections over security ⚡ Shinkafi’s Demands ✅ Tinubu’s Direct Intervention: Declare state of emergency or special […]