- Citizens United Against Terrorism (CUAT) has accused Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal of having connections with bandits
- The group also questioned the source of a video attempting to link Governor Lawal’s predecessor, Minister of State Defence Bello Matawalle, to banditry
- CUAT called for an investigation into Governor Lawal’s alleged connections with bandits and his handling of the security crisis in the state, demanding a comprehensive explanation from the governor
Abuja, FCT – A civil society organization, Citizens United Against Terrorism (CUAT), has accused Zamfara state governor Dauda Lawal of having connections with bandits operating in the state.
At a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, July 23, CUAT spokesperson Comr. Obinna Francis alleged that Governor Lawal has been providing protection, benefits, and favours to bandits, leading to a surge in attacks in the state.
