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Peter Obi, the former Governor of Anambra State, has strongly criticized the devastating impact of ongoing security challenges on Zamfara communities. He highlighted how the unrest has severely disrupted agricultural activities, escalating hunger and poverty in a state that relies heavily on farming for its livelihood.
The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election made this statement during a condolence visit to the Emir of Gusau and the people of Zamfara State in Gusau on Monday.
The trip to the North-Western state was prompted by the recent military attacks on the Tungar Kara community in the Maradun Local Government Area, which resulted in the deaths of around 16 people.
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Obi who was represented by spokesperson for the Labour Party, Tanko Yunusa, expressed concerns that people, who were supposed to be protected were the ones who lost their lives.
His condolence message was delivered to the Emir of Gusau by Yunusa, who said whatever happens to the people of Zamfara happens to Peter Obi, which was why he sent him to come and commiserate with them before he would come in person.
