Insecurity: Stop complaining about your predecessor, Cleric tells Zamfara Gov

Prominent Islamic scholar, Professor Mansur Sokoto, has told Zamfara Governor, Dauda Lawal, to stop complaining about his predecessor. In a recent video, Professor Sokoto, along with other clerics, urged the governor to take decisive action as Islamist militant attacks continue to claim lives and displace communities. Sokoto argued that Governor Lawal, who was aware of […]

Prominent Islamic scholar, Professor Mansur Sokoto, has told Zamfara Governor, Dauda Lawal, to stop complaining about his predecessor.

In a recent video, Professor Sokoto, along with other clerics, urged the governor to take decisive action as Islamist militant attacks continue to claim lives and displace communities.

Sokoto argued that Governor Lawal, who was aware of the crisis upon taking office, has yet to demonstrate the leadership needed to protect the lives and property of his constituents.

Despite Lawal’s recent efforts to establish a 21-member State Security Trust Fund and his participation in a regional security dialogue, Sokoto insists these measures fall short of the comprehensive strategy urgently needed to address Zamfara’s multifaceted challenges.

Sokoto and his allies said the people of Zamfara, caught between hollow assurances and worsening violence, are demanding concrete action, not rhetoric.

They emphasized that the situation calls for full accountability from Governor Lawal to prioritize the welfare and safety of his people.

“You should stop blaming and complaining about your predecessor. When your complaints become excessive, you may be perceived as woman,” Sokoto warned.