Defence: Those doubting my ability will be put to shame - Matawalle

Minister of State for Defence, Mohammed Bello Matawalle, says those doubting his ability to perform on the job would be put to shame.

The new minister said this at a reception organised for him in Abuja while reacting to critics who said his administration as Zamfara governor battled insecurity on a major scale.

Matawalle expressed confidence in his ability to get the job done, promising to surpass expectations in securing the nation.

He also highlighted his achievements in the area of security as Zamfara governor.

“I have been hearing some people saying my brother Badaru (Minister of Defence) and I do not have the capacity to serve as ministers of defence, these people do not even understand what security is.

“Therefore, this is not where the problem is, what matters most is one’s determination, courage, and opportunity.

“When I was governor of Zamfara State, we took all necessary measures to secure the state. There was a time when we went 100 days without any security challenges. We also spent 9 months without a single person being harmed.

“All measures I took to curb the security problems in Zamfara State, I have to do it first and other governors followed suit. This is because I have a strong understanding of security matters.

“I have a good news to the people of Zamfara State that I will not disappoint them. I believe that with God’s help, we will be able to overcome the security challenges. Those who say Badaru and I cannot do it will be ashamed. They will see that it is God who is doing the work, not them,” Matawalle said.