The Kaduna Elders Forum has called for the immediate recall of Senator Lawal Adamu Usman, representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, over allegations of poor performance, failure to deliver on campaign promises, and unsubstantiated claims of an assassination attempt.
In a statement signed by its Chairman, Alhaji Inuwa Bala Rigasa, the forum expressed disappointment in the senator’s representation, accusing him of failing to speak and advocate for the masses amid the prevailing economic hardship.
The statement read, “Worst of all, we were embarrassed when Senator Lawal Adamu posted that he was attacked by thugs in Kaduna during New Year Day. We did set up the machinery to investigate and confirm the veracity of the attack claim, and as of the time of issuing this press statement, neither the police nor members of Kawo communities have confirmed the occurrence of such incident. At this stage, we can no longer contain his excuses, thus we are demanding his recall immediately from the Senate.”
Reports had earlier alleged that Senator Lawal Adamu Usman survived an assassination attempt. However, the forum criticised the senator for not providing detailed information about the incident, raising doubts about its authenticity.
The Kaduna Police Command, in response to the alleged attack, stated: “Without mincing words, the Command is yet to receive any formal complaint from the distinguished senator, aside from this astonishing publication on social media, and all efforts to contact him proved abortive.”
The elders further lamented the senator’s lack of engagement with his constituents and his alleged failure to fulfil his campaign promises. “It is unfortunate that despite being in the red chamber for over 18 months, Senator Lawal Adamu Usman has remained mute and inaccessible to his constituents,” the statement added.
The forum stressed that no senator in the history of Kaduna Central has performed as poorly as the incumbent, urging immediate action to replace him with a more capable representative.
This marks a growing dissatisfaction among key stakeholders in Kaduna Central, as constituents and leaders alike question the senator’s commitment and ability to serve effectively.
