Tension erupted in Dansadau town, Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, on Wednesday, December 17, as angry youths reportedly attacked a member of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, Kabiru Mikailu, over alleged neglect and poor representation.

Mikailu, who represents Maru South Constituency, was confronted by residents while accompanying Governor Dauda Lawal on an official visit to the community.

The governor was in Dansadau to flag off the reconstruction of the over 90-kilometre Dansadau–Gusau road.

Local sources said residents accused the lawmaker of abandoning the constituency since his election, alleging he rarely visited the area or engaged constituents on issues affecting them.

Some protesters claimed Mikailu failed to attend key community events, including Sallah celebrations, and did not visit families affected by repeated bandit attacks to commiserate with them.

The situation reportedly became tense before security operatives intervened to restore calm and prevent further escalation.