Governor: Zamfara’ll soon be free from banditry

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has vowed to end banditry, saying the state will soon be free from various attacks perpetrated by the gunmen.

The governor made the vow during a visit to the training camp of Community Protection Guards (CPG), initiated by his administration to combat banditry in Zamfara State, on Wednesday.

Lawal, who expressed satisfaction with the way recruited 4,200 community protection guards were trained, noted that the training has instilled hope and confidence in the fight against insecurity in Zamfara State.

According to him, the recruitment process for the Community Protection Guards (CPG) was a rigorous one, with 300 individuals selected from each of the 14 Local Government Areas of the state.

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He expressed confidence in the fight against insecurity and emphasised the need for collective responsibility to ensure peace in Zamfara State.

The governor said: “I am here today to witness the progress of the newly recruited Community Protection Guards (CPG) training.

“I urge you all (the recruits) to dedicate yourselves to the training as the task ahead is enormous and requires sacrifice for the motherland. We must come together for an effective result. One day, we will overcome the security challenges we face across Zamfara State.

“I am delighted with what I have seen at the training camp. It has raised my hopes, and I am confident that our rescue mission is on track, ensuring a better future for Zamfara.”

Idris Salisu

The Star