Governor Dauda Lawal has informed the World Bank that his administration is gradually winning the war against banditry in Zamfara State.
The governor was on an official visit to the World Bank office in Abuja on Friday.
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“Banditry attacks on our highways, villages, and cities are under control. We are gradually winning the war against criminals, and life is returning to our communities. This is evident in the number of incidents reported daily and the increasing project implementation across the length and breadth of Zamfara State,” the governor said, according to a statement by his spokesperson, Sulaiman Idris.
The statement added that the visit was expected to strengthen cooperation and partnership between the Zamfara state government and the World Bank.
In his remarks, Lawal emphasised his administration’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the World Bank.
“I want to begin by thanking the World Bank for its ongoing support for our state. We have aligned our development objectives with the World Bank’s mission to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development.
“We also recognize the security challenges that have previously impacted project implementation in Zamfara State, particularly those that have hindered the full achievement of targets due to constraints on operational activities. We are, however, making progress as the challenge is being addressed, and things are returning to normal.
“We have enhanced security measures through proactive steps taken by the state to improve security through increased patrols and strategic measures that mitigate threats.
“Our administration is dedicated to ensuring the safety of lives and property by providing adequate logistics and support to security agencies to maintain peace and stability.”
The World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Dr. Ndiamé Diop, commended Governor Lawal for positively advancing Zamfara State.
“I am impressed by the system you put in place. Congratulations on achieving such feats in such a very short time.”
