From Hussaini Yero, Gusau
The gubernatorial candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Zamfara State, Senator Kabiru Marafa, has promised to tackle the problem of insecurity in the state if elected as governor.
Senator Marafa stated this while speaking with journalists in Gusau shortly after meeting with various groups as part of his campaign activities, added that if he spends two years without doing what is right in terms of security, he will resign from his position as governor.
The NDC explained that his decision to contest for governor stemmed from his desire to contribute to restoring peace and development in the state, noted that he has the experience and capacity to provide leadership that will address the challenges facing the state, especially insecurity.
On the strategies, he has mapped out to tackle insecurity, Senator Marafa said the full details of what he will do for the people of the state cannot be revealed until he is sworn in as governor, then he will disclose them.
He assured that, if elected, his administration will hit the ground running after the transition period, with a comprehensive security plan to be implemented from the start.
Senator Marafa stressed that he will give himself two years to achieve the security responsibilities within the purview of the state government, while expecting the Federal Government to handle its own responsibilities.
He promised that, within two years, if his administration fails to achieve at least seventy-five percent of its security objectives, he will resign from his position.
The gubernatorial candidate stated that the unveiling of the campaign council that will spend five days as planned to consult critical stakeholders, hold meetings and consult with residents on issues affecting the state.
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