Matawalle concedes defeat in Zamfara, submits ‘to the will Allah’
By Jeph Ajobaju, Chief Copy Editor
Zamfara Governor Bello Matawalle has accepted his defeat by Dauda Dare of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the governorship and state Assembly elections on March 18.
Matawalle, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), counselled in an audio message that he and all his supporters should submit to the will of Allah as things happen only by His will.
He wished Dare well as he pilots the affairs of the North West state.
He recounted that when his administration came on board it met with all major stakeholders on how best to restore lasting peace, but lamented insecurity continues to buffet the state with the loss of lives and destruction of valuables.
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Restoring peace to Zamfara
Matawalle said apart from the peace dialogue with armed bandits, his administration brought in different political factions into one platform for peace and unity, so people could go about their normal activities.
“We have achieved political reconciliation and this paved the way for peaceful campaign rallies and healthy political activities in the state,” he explained, per Daily Post
He sought forgiveness from anyone he knowingly or unknowingly offended or whose feelings he hurt, stressing he is a human being like everyone else and only Almighty Allah’s deeds or actions are error-free.
He appealed for calm and sympathised with those who lost property in the name of celebration, stressing they have no other place than Zamfara.
Matawalle also implored the incoming administration to restore peace to the state and expressed gratitude for the commitment, hard work, and resilience of the people.
