The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has said the nationwide hunger protests by some groups did not occur in the north-western state because of the state governor, Dauda Lawal’s good governance.

The party’s acting Chairman, Muktar Lugga, stated this on Friday in Gusau while reviewing the protests that turned violent and degenerated into looting in some neighbouring states. The protests started on Thursday, August 1 with the organisers saying it would continue till August 10.

Mr Lugga said, “Zamfara State residents are happy with the state government; they are happy that much is being achieved.

Government has initiated many programmes and policies that have been beneficial. It declared a state of emergency on education and health. It also paid a backlog of gratuities.

The administration has also constructed, or reconstructed, roads. It renovated and equipped schools and hospitals and intervened in agricultural businesses, among others.’’

He noted that there was hardship in the land, but expressed optimism that President Bola Tinubu’s efforts would address the country’s socioeconomic challenges.

He stated, “In addition to what the state government is doing, we will continue to pray for the President to succeed in fixing the country’s economy. Hardship is everywhere, but all tiers of government are taking necessary measures to tackle the situation.’’

Mr Lugga urged the people to continue to be law-abiding and pray for the leaders to succeed in overcoming the challenges affecting the country.

Gusau and other towns in the state have been quiet with no one showing up for the demonstration on Friday, the second day of the activity.  

(NAN)