The lawmaker's project involves the renovation of 80 cemeteries, which has sparked outrage among locals and civil society actors.
The Zamfara Civil Society Organisation (ZCSO) condemned the project as "appalling and disgraceful," stating that it reflects a "gross misplacement of priorities" in a state grappling with insecurity and humanitarian crises.
The group highlighted the state's pressing issues, including banditry, out-of-school children, dilapidated hospitals, and poverty, questioning the lawmaker's decision to prioritize cemetery renovation.
The ZCSO also raised concerns about ongoing corruption investigations allegedly involving the lawmaker, calling for accountability and urging anti-corruption agencies to expedite their investigations.
The group accused Maipalace of using constituency funds as a smokescreen to divert public resources, emphasizing that Zamfara needs transparent and people-centered leaders, not opportunists who prioritize personal gain over the people's needs.