The Zamfara chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the Minister of State for Defence, Alhaji Bello Matawalle, to focus on tackling banditry and other security challenges rather than political activities.
Haliru Andi, the state PDP Publicity Secretary, expressed concern over Matawalle’s apparent absence from his constitutional duties. He said, “As a public servant, the minister’s primary responsibility is to provide security to the people, not pursue personal or political interests.”
Andi noted that recent political directives within the All Progressives Congress (APC) regarding preparations for the 2027 elections were acceptable, but criticised the minister for abandoning his duties during a critical period. “It is inappropriate and unacceptable for the minister to neglect his constitutional responsibilities at this trying time. We expect him to face the issue of banditry head-on,” he added.
The PDP emphasised that focusing on security would help justify the confidence reposed in Matawalle by President Bola Tinubu and serve the people of Zamfara effectively.
