Zamfara residents hail Tinubu, Matawalle over improved Eid security

Residents across Zamfara State have commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, for a noticeable improvement in security during the recent Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. Communities in Gusau, Kaura Namoda, and Talata Mafara reported a relative peace that allowed families and businesses to celebrate without the usual fear of attacks or disruptions.

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The renewed security operations have brought relief to many communities. People are beginning to regain confidence, and this year’s Sallah celebration was more peaceful compared to previous years.

This enhanced security situation comes as the Federal Government intensifies military operations and implements renewed strategies to combat the persistent banditry and kidnapping that have plagued Zamfara and other northwestern states. Zamfara has historically been one of the regions most severely affected by armed banditry, leading to numerous attacks, kidnappings, and resident displacement.

Local leaders, such as Idris Abubakar Dangulbi from Maru Local Government Area, attributed the peaceful atmosphere to the federal government's renewed military offensives and coordinated security measures under President Tinubu's administration. He specifically highlighted the support and interventions championed by Minister of State for Defence Matawalle as significant contributors to the improved situation. Residents like Malam Ibrahim Lawal noted that the improved security enabled freer travel and more peaceful celebrations, with active markets and busy roads during the festive period.

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This is one of the few festive periods in recent years where many families could move around with less fear. Markets were active, roads were busier, and people attended prayers peacefully.

Traders also reported increased commercial activities, with Rukayya Sani, a foodstuff dealer in Talata Mafara, stating that businesses saw better patronage compared to previous years. This confidence, she explained, stemmed from the improved security, allowing people to "come out and celebrate."

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We thank the government and security agencies for their efforts. This Sallah was more peaceful, and many traders recorded improved sales because people were confident enough to come out and celebrate.