The Senator representing Sokoto East Senatorial District, Ibrahim Lamido has declared that he joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC) because of the wave of banditry ravaging communities in his constituency.
The lawmaker stated this while speaking with journalists on Wednesday in Sokoto.
He stated that he took the decision after extensive consultations with residents of Sokoto East, many of whom he said have been subjected to relentless attacks by armed bandits.
The lawmaker stated that despite the ongoing legal tussle within the party, his resolve to align with the ADC remains firm, insisting that the move reflects the collective will of his constituents who are grappling with worsening insecurity.
According to him, the people of the district are increasingly frustrated by what they perceive as the failure of authorities at both the state and federal levels to effectively address the security crisis.
The Senator said, “It is not only my personal decision. It was decided by my people who are being killed, kidnapped, and dislodged by bandits on a daily basis, with little or nothing done to salvage the situation.
“I know there are legal issues in the party, but my people have already decided. I am not joining the ADC for political gain, but because my constituents believe the party has the capacity to address their problems.”
Lamido also faulted recent claims by the Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, who during a State Executive Council meeting reportedly stated that efforts by the government to curb banditry in the eastern part of the state were producing positive results.
While acknowledging the commitment of the state government and security agencies toward combating insecurity, the senator strongly disagreed with the governor’s assessment, insisting that the security situation in Sokoto East remains extremely fragile.
He said several communities across the district continue to face repeated attacks from armed bandits, resulting in killings, kidnappings, and the displacement of hundreds of residents.
