Politics
No Politics, Just Protection: Onaiwu Urges Action, Backs Lawal to Save Zamfara
Jeph Bisi
As insecurity continues to ravSage parts of Northern Nigeria, Earl Osaro Onaiwu, founding Director-General of the PDP Governors’ Forum, has called on the Federal Government to set aside partisan differences and offer immediate, tangible support to Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State in his ongoing efforts to safeguard the lives of innocent citizens.
In a strongly worded yet heartfelt statement, Onaiwu described Governor Lawal’s resolve to restore peace in Zamfara as courageous and deserving of national backing.
“This is not the time for politics; it’s time to rescue our people. Governor Lawal is doing everything he can, but he needs full federal support to win this fight. The people of Zamfara have suffered for too long—they deserve real change,” Onaiwu stated.
Governor Lawal has taken bold and visible steps, including the establishment of community-based security systems, challenging entrenched systems, and amplifying the voices of ordinary citizens. However, his efforts are constrained by a federal security architecture that controls the military, intelligence, and logistical frameworks necessary for large-scale operations.
“Let’s be honest—no state can combat this level of violence alone. Governor Lawal has demonstrated exceptional leadership, but he is approaching the limits of what can be achieved without the full support of the federal government,” Onaiwu added.
He highlighted the emotional and social toll the crisis has taken on the people of Zamfara—entire communities living in fear, families displaced, children unable to attend school, and farmers abandoning their land.
“It’s heartbreaking. These are our people—not statistics. They are mothers, fathers, children, and elders. We owe them more than silence; we owe them action.”
Onaiwu urged President Bola Tinubu and national security agencies to see Zamfara not merely as a troubled state, but as a reflection of a nation in urgent need of healing, empathy, and decisive leadership.
“We cannot afford to treat security as a partisan issue. Safety is a fundamental right. If we fail Zamfara, we fail Nigeria. What is happening there today could happen elsewhere tomorrow. We must act together—now.”
He concluded by reminding Nigerians that the country’s strength lies not in its politics, but in its people and the collective responsibility to protect one another.
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Nentawe Is a Unifier, Not a Fractionalizer
Cyril Ogar
The North Central Youth Coalition for Asiwaju (NCYCA) wishes to address recent misguided comments and actions by certain unscrupulous elements attempting to undermine the National Chairman of our great Party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Yiltwalda Nentawe, and destabilize the harmony currently enjoyed within our ranks.
In a statement released on Monday in Abuja and signed by the National Coordinator of NCYCA, Mr. James Iorkusah, the group condemned these detractors and reaffirmed its unwavering support for the leadership of Prof. Nentawe.
According to the NCYCA, some so-called “support groups” — notably the All Progressives Congress Youth Solidarity Network (APC-YSN) — are not recognized by the official APC structure and therefore lack the legitimacy to speak for the Party. The statement described the APC-YSN as a fringe coalition of political opportunists bent on sowing division and confusion within the Party for the selfish interests of their sponsors.
“The public should not take these impostors seriously,” the statement read.
Contrary to the false narratives being peddled, the NCYCA emphasized that Prof. Nentawe’s leadership is anchored on unity, inclusion, and progress. His actions and policies have consistently demonstrated a sincere commitment to bridging internal divides, fostering collaboration, and promoting a shared vision for the future of the APC.
Since assuming office, Prof. Nentawe has worked tirelessly to strengthen internal cohesion, reconcile differing interests, and ensure that every member of the APC feels heard and valued. It is therefore unthinkable for any genuine stakeholder to call for his resignation on the baseless accusation of being a “disrupter.”
As a recognized youth support organization within the North Central region, the NCYCA urges all Party stakeholders to rally behind Prof. Nentawe in his quest to advance unity, inclusivity, and the expansion of the APC membership base — welcoming all Nigerians of goodwill, including Governor Caleb Mutfwang, whose name has been mischievously used by political saboteurs to stoke division.
Under Prof. Nentawe’s leadership, the APC has grown stronger, more participatory, and more representative — providing every member with a voice and an avenue for both personal and community growth.
The NCYCA deeply appreciates Prof. Nentawe’s unwavering dedication to the ideals of the All Progressives Congress and looks forward to continued partnership in building a more united, dynamic, and progressive Party.
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