Tinubu urged to act as alleged calls for state of emergency rock Zamfara

• The Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development (PAPSD) denounced calls for a state of emergency in Zamfara, calling them an unpatriotic attempt to destabilize the recovering state
• PAPSD commended President Tinubu and security agencies for improved security in Zamfara, emphasizing that the state is experiencing growth and does not meet constitutional conditions for emergency rule
• The group urged politicians to end divisive tactics and support Governor Dauda Lawals administration in rebuilding Zamfara, ensuring peace and economic progress

Tinubu Told What to Do Amid Alleged Calls for State of Emergency in ZamfaraSource: FacebookAllegations of Political DestabilizationIt is outrageous that some failed politicians would sponsor youths and other proteges to clamour for a state of emergency now that peace has been significantly restored. Zamfara is experiencing economic growth and infrastructural development, something that was absent for over 13 years before Governor Dauda Lawal assumed office in 2023, Shinkafi stated.Commending Security EffortsThis is in line with Section 14(2)b of the 1999 Constitution, which states that the security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government, the statement read.Constitutional Provisions and Legal StandpointThose calling for a state of emergency in an atmosphere of peace, unity, and stability are enemies of the people. Not only should they be ignored, but security agencies should also investigate their agenda and sponsors, he said.A state of emergency that results in the removal of a governor, deputy, or state legislators is illegal, unconstitutional, and undemocratic. The Supreme Court has already ruled on this matter. Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution outlines the procedure for the removal of a governor, while Section 305 specifies conditions for declaring a state of emergency. Zamfara does not meet these conditions, Shinkafi explained.Call for Unity and DevelopmentGovernor Dauda Lawal has provided strong, visionary, and purposeful leadership in collaboration with President Tinubu and the military to crush banditry. Zamfara citizens have suffered enough due to years of armed banditry, kidnapping, and displacement. It is time to rebuild the state and provide dividends of democracy, Shinkafi noted.We must move beyond politics of bitterness and focus on the transformation of Zamfara. The governor should be allowed to perform his duties without undue interference, he added.

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