Senator Kabiru Garba Marafa has fired back at Defence Minister Bello Mohammed Matawalle, saying “I made you governor”. Marafa claims he supported Matawalle’s governorship bid in 2023 and is now questioning Matawalle’s recent claims of assisting him. The spat is part of an ongoing political feud between the two, with Marafa accusing Matawalle of breaking promises and misrepresenting their political history.
The Controversy:
– Marafa asserts he played a pivotal role in Matawalle’s governorship
– Matawalle allegedly acknowledged Marafa’s support but has now reneged on promises
– Marafa labels Matawalle’s claims as “complete falsehood” and an “inversion of reality”
The dispute highlights tensions within Zamfara State’s political landscape, with implications for the 2027 governorship election .
