
Garba Maidoki, the lawmaker for Kebbi South Senatorial District, stated that he entered politics due to the ongoing insecurity in his region. He expressed this sentiment during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, noting that his initial interest in politics was minimal until the persistent security issues prompted his involvement.
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