Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal Pledges Security Amid Agro Rangers Parade

On Tuesday, Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State reiterated his administration's commitment to ensuring the security of lives and property during the passing-out parade of the Agro Rangers Corps of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Gusau.

Why this matters: The security of lives and property in Zamfara State has a direct impact on the socio-economic development of the region and the country as a whole. If the state government fails to ensure security, it could lead to a decline in agricultural production, displacement of people, and increased poverty.

The Agro Rangers Corps is a special unit of the NSCDC trained to combat brigandage in Zamfara State. The unit underwent intensive refresher training to prepare for the consolidation operation against insecurity. Governor Lawal commended the NSCDC for the initiative, stating, "This comes at a critical time and aligns with our commitment to embrace effective measures in the fight against insecurity."

Governor Lawal emphasized the significance of the Agro Rangers Corps in addressing the challenges that have disrupted farming activities and agricultural practices in the state. "We consider this a monumental step in addressing the challenges that have stripped our communities of farming activities, agricultural practices, legitimate trades, and other means of sustenance in the state," he said.

The governor pledged to continue cooperating with institutions, groups, and individuals in the fight against all forms of criminality. "As a government, we will continue to cooperate with institutions, groups, and individuals in the fight against all forms of criminality," he stated.

The primary objective of the Agro Rangers Corps is to secure communities and make them safe for socio-economic activities, which will facilitate the development of the state and its people. The governor expressed his hope that the NSCDC's initiative would yield long-lasting solutions to the security challenges, especially those affecting the agricultural sector.

The state commandant of the NSCDC, Sani Mustapha, thanked the governor for supporting the training program for the Agro Rangers Corps. "Sir, your enormous support for the Corps has earned us this fame. We sincerely thank you," Mustapha said.

The NSCDC was created to consolidate peace in troubled areas that the Nigerian military had captured. The Agro Rangers Corps is seen as a significant step in complementing the state's ongoing security measures alongside other security agencies.

Governor Lawal's administration has prioritized security and agriculture, initiating various measures to address security challenges and boost agricultural production in Zamfara State. The passing-out parade of the Agro Rangers Corps marks a pivotal step in these efforts.

The commitment to ensuring security and promoting agriculture is seen as vital to driving socio-economic development in Zamfara State.

Key Takeaways

• Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal prioritizes security and agriculture to drive socio-economic development.
• Agro Rangers Corps launched to combat brigandage and secure farming activities in the state.
• The Corps underwent intensive refresher training to prepare for consolidation operation against insecurity.
• Governor Lawal pledges to cooperate with institutions and individuals to fight criminality.
• The Agro Rangers Corps aims to secure communities and facilitate socio-economic activities in Zamfara State.