The Senator representing Sokoto East Senatorial District, , has said worsening insecurity in his constituency informed his decision to defect to the African Democratic Congress.
Lamido, who spoke with journalists in Sokoto on Thursday, maintained that his move was based on the demands of his constituents rather than personal political considerations.
According to him, residents of the district continue to face daily threats of killings, abductions and displacement by bandits.
“This decision is about my people. They are the ones experiencing the attacks and have urged me to take this step in their interest,” he said.
The lawmaker accused the ruling All Progressives Congress at both state and federal levels of failing to adequately address the security challenges confronting communities in the area.
He expressed confidence that a new political platform like the ADC could provide a more effective response to the crisis.
Lamido acknowledged the internal legal disputes within the party but said they would not deter his resolve.
He noted that the urgency of the security situation outweighed concerns about the party’s internal challenges.
The senator also disagreed with recent claims by Sokoto State Governor, , that efforts to tackle banditry in the eastern part of the state were yielding results.
While commending ongoing efforts, he insisted that the situation on the ground remained dire, with communities still under frequent attacks.
Lamido painted a bleak picture of life in the district, saying many residents now live in fear, while economic activities have been severely disrupted.
He added that movement within the area had become highly restricted, with some residents requiring armed escorts to travel.
Describing the situation as critical, the senator called for increased deployment of security personnel, improved intelligence gathering and better logistics for security agencies.
He also urged authorities to provide humanitarian support for displaced persons and adopt long-term strategies to address underlying issues such as poverty, unemployment and lack of education.
Reaffirming his stance, Lamido said the protection of lives and property in Sokoto East must remain a priority.
“My allegiance is to my people, and I will continue to push for actions that will restore peace and stability in the district,” he added.
