Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, on Friday visited communities attacked by bandits, renewing his administration’s commitment towards ending insecurity in the state.
Bandits last week attacked Nassarawan Zurmi in Zurmi and Nasarawan Godel in Birnin Magaji Local Government Areas.
A statement on Friday by the Governor’s spokesman, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said that the visit was to show support to the people affected by the recent tragedy and to offer condolences to the families of those who lost their loved ones.
The Governor, according to the statement, expressed solidarity with the communities, reassuring them of his government’s commitment to finding a lasting solution to the security situation in the state.
While inspecting the police station burnt by bandits in Nasarawan Zurmi, the Governor assured the police of his readiness to provide necessary assistance to enable them to continue their operations unhindered.
“I would like to express my heartfelt condolences for the two officers who lost their lives during the recent attack by bandits in Nasarawan Zurmi.
“I understand how devastating this incident must have been for everyone involved and I want to assure you that my thoughts and prayers are with the families of the fallen officers and the entire community.
“I commend the collective efforts of our brave troops fighting banditry.
“Your commitment to keeping our communities safe is genuinely commendable.
“My government will continue to extend all necessary support and assistance to the troops. Together, we will overcome this challenge and emerge stronger,” Lawal said.
Also, in Zurmi LGA, the Governor paid homage to the Emir, His Royal Highness Alhaji Bello Sulaiman.
During his visit to Nasarawan Godal in Birnin Magaji Local Government Area, the Governor assured the people that he sent relief materials immediately after the attack.
“I’m here to offer comfort to grieving families of victims and demonstrate the government’s commitment to ensuring people’s safety and security.
“I hope that my visit today conveys a message of hope to the people of Nasarawan Godal and reassure them that they are not alone during this difficult time,” he said.
While on his way back to Gusau, the Governor made a stopover at Kasuwan Daji in Kauran Namoda Local Government Area where he visited Alhaji Hamisu Kasuwan Daji, whose house was recently attacked by bandits, the statement said.