July 2024 – Zamfara State Government

Jul 30 2024

WE MUST WORK TOGETHER TO RESCUE AND REBUILD ZAMFARA, GOV. LAWAL TELLS RELIGIOUS LEADERS

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WE MUST WORK TOGETHER TO RESCUE AND REBUILD ZAMFARA, GOV. LAWAL TELLS RELIGIOUS LEADERS

Governor Dauda Lawal has urged the Zamfara State Council of Ulama to collaborate with his administration to rescue and rebuild the state.

The governor made the call during the inauguration of the Zamfara State Ulama Consultative Council, which took place on Tuesday at the council chambers in the government house, Gusau.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, emphasized the Council’s crucial advisory role in influencing government decisions to align with religious principles.

He added that over the past 21 years, the Ulama Council has made invaluable contributions to the state and society in Zamfara, demonstrating its significant influence on government decisions.

While delivering his remark, Governor Lawal assured the Ulama Consultative Forum that his doors are always open to receive the council’s invaluable advice on matters of state policy and the general well-being of the people.

“As we gather here today, I am filled with profound gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting us the opportunity to inaugurate the newly reconstituted Council of Ulama.

“This Council, also known as the Ulama Consultative Council, was established in 2003 as a critical institution in the government’s drive to strengthen Sharia implementation in Zamfara State. The Council comprises eminent Islamic scholars and guides our society’s moral, spiritual, and economic development.

“The Council’s enactment law, which is Law Number 6 of 2003, has made elaborate provisions, among other things, on the functions of the Council.

“Some of these are screening, recommending, and advising on the qualifications, competence, and fitness of a person to be appointed as Sharia court Alkali.

“Issuing responses to questions (fatwas) or issues in Islamic jurisprudence.

“Receiving research findings relating to new developments emanating from technological advancement and other contemporary issues.

“Advising the Governor on the conformity or otherwise with the principles of Sharia in respect of any bill for a Law.

Furthermore, the governor charged the religious leaders to continue fulfilling their responsibilities with passion, commitment, and due diligence after the reconstitution and inauguration of the Council.

“You are all esteemed Islamic scholars that society looks up to for moral and spiritual guidance. You should not rest on your laurels in carrying out your responsibilities as members of the Council of Ulama and as the pillars of society.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
July 30, 2024

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Jul 29 2024

GOV. DAUDA LAWAL PRESIDES OVER EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING, APPROVES CONSTRUCTION OF 108KM MAGAMI TO DANSADAU ROAD PROJECT

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GOV. DAUDA LAWAL PRESIDES OVER EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING, APPROVES CONSTRUCTION OF 108KM MAGAMI TO DANSADAU ROAD PROJECT

Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the construction of the 108km Magami to Dansadau road.

The construction was approved on Monday by the Governor, who presided over the Zamfara State Executive Council meeting at the Government House in Gusau.

A statement from the spokesperson for the governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the Magami to Dansadau road is for immediate action to address security concerns and prioritize the well-being of the affected people in the area.

The statement added that important issues, including budget performance, were discussed at the state Executive Council meeting.

“Governor Dauda Lawal presided over the Zamfara State Executive Council meeting yesterday.

“At the meeting, the governor approved the reconstruction of Magami to Dansadau road.

“The 108-kilometer road project, as outlined in the 2024 Budget, has made significant progress in which the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure obtained the Executive Governor’s consent to commence the due process for the award of contract and authorization and Certificate of no objection from the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP).

“The Governor approved the contract award to Dantata and Sawoe Construction Co. Ltd, being the lowest responsive bidder and shortest contract duration of 18 months at N81,189,223,505.73.”

The major scopes of works outlined for the project are clearance to the limit of the construction area, total scarification of the existing deteriorated surface, removal of unsuitable material and replacement with approved quality material, provision of filter material at identified locations, provision of approved laterite fill to makeup levels, provision of different types of hydraulic structures including reinforced concrete drains at identified locations and provisions of access cover slabs.

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
July 29, 2024

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Jul 25 2024

ZAMFARA GOVERNOR LAUDS PRESIDENT TINUBU FOR ASSENTING TO NORTH WEST DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION BILL

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ZAMFARA GOVERNOR LAUDS PRESIDENT TINUBU FOR ASSENTING TO NORTH WEST DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION BILL

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the North West Development Commission Bill into law.

On Tuesday, the president signed bills creating the North West Development Commission (NWDC) and the South East Development Commission.

In a statement issued on Thursday in Gusau, the spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, expressed that establishing the commission would create more opportunities for development in the North West.

The statement added that Governor Lawal hopes the commission will quickly come into force to address the long years of underdevelopment suffered by the region.

“I sincerely thank President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the North West Development Commission bill into law.

“This demonstrates the president’s concern for the deeply distressed people of the North West region, who have endured years of banditry and related crimes.

“The North-West Development Commission was established to help rebuild roads, houses, and businesses destroyed during the crises that affected the region. Its purpose also includes addressing poverty, low literacy levels, ecological problems, and other barriers to developing the North-West states.

“The governors of the North West have been collaborating effectively. Establishing the North West Development Commission is a positive step, and we will work together to ensure its success.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
July 25, 2024

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Jul 14 2024

ZAMFARA EMERGES TOP-PERFORMING NORTHERN STATE IN THE NECO ENTRANCE EXAMINATION FOR GIFTED STUDENTS

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ZAMFARA EMERGES TOP-PERFORMING NORTHERN STATE IN THE NECO ENTRANCE EXAMINATION FOR GIFTED STUDENTS

Zamfara State has emerged as the top-performing Northern state and second in the whole of Nigeria in the National Examination Council (NECO) entrance exams for gifted students.

Last week, the national examination body released the 2024 Gifted Results for Admission into the Federal Government Academy, Suleja.

In a statement issued on Sunday, the spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said that Zamfara state secured the highest number of slots, emerging as the best state in the entire north.

He added that throughout the country, Zamfara came second with 30 talented students, while Anambra State secured the first position with 35 students.

“Zamfara State students have achieved the highest performance in the NECO entrance exams for gifted students among the 19 Northern States, breaking a significant educational barrier.

“For the first time, Zamfara state is excelling on the national stage, marking a significant shift from its usual place at the bottom regarding performance hierarchy.

“NECO organizes the Gifted Examination for admission into the Federal Government Academy Suleja for gifted and talented children. Only final year primary school pupils under 11 years old are eligible to take the exam by December of the examination year.”

The Federal Government Academy Suleja is a training ground for molding Nigeria’s gifted and talented children. It provides significant opportunities for exceptional students to develop their potential in the interest of nation-building and technological development.

The students benefit from federal government scholarships through tuition, external examination fees, boarding, feeding, uniforms, and introductory textbooks.

“In 2024, Zamfara received three slots based on the state quota and secured an additional 27 slots based on national merit into the Federal Government Economy. The students from Zamfara performed exceptionally well in the exams, obtaining more slots than any other state in the North.

“This is a significant development, particularly considering that a state of emergency was declared in the state’s education sector last year.

“Out of the 30 qualified students from Zamfara, 21 are girls, and 9 are boys, indicating a growing emphasis on girl-child education in the state.

“The Zamfara state government will continue to make greater efforts to ensure the full implementation of the administration’s educational policies, which will lead to more successes for the state.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
July 14, 2024

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Jul 11 2024

TURKISH INVESTORS TO ESTABLISH GREENHOUSES, MECHANIZED MANUFACTURING IN ZAMFARA AS GOV LAWAL ATTRACTS FOREIGN INVESTMENTS

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TURKISH INVESTORS TO ESTABLISH GREENHOUSES, MECHANIZED MANUFACTURING IN ZAMFARA AS GOV LAWAL ATTRACTS FOREIGN INVESTMENTS

Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has secured significant foreign investments from top-level Turkish investors.

The governor traveled to Turkey in the first week of July, where he met prominent investors and toured advanced factories in different cities.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that Governor Lawal started his official visit to Turkey on Sunday, June 30th, which lasted six days.

According to the statement, the governor and his entourage toured greenhouse projects, dairy farming and poultry, and the Turk Traktor (tractors) manufacturing plant.

“The official visit in Turkey commenced with Governor Lawal’s visit to Bursa City, where Direkci Group has the biggest greenhouse project in the country.

“The Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Direkci Group, Mehmet Nurullah Direkçi, led the tour of the greenhouse project.

“The Direkci Group provides services to Turkish agriculture and international investors through turn-key modern greenhouse projects. The group plans to establish modernized and mechanized greenhouse projects in Zamfara state.

“In Zamfara, the Direkci Group plans to establish various greenhouses, including Soilless Greenhouse, Soil Greenhouse, Polyclima Greenhouse, Transplanting, Ornamental Production Greenhouse, and Banana Growing Greenhouse.”

While in Gaziantep City, Governor Lawal visited Innova Dairy Farm, which provides advice and innovative solutions for setting up and managing modern farms efficiently.

“The Innova Dairy Farm will establish a system in Zamfara state to gather all advanced technologies, including Patented Rumination and Activity Monitoring, Herd Management System, Cooling, Milking, Manure Management, and Barn Equipment.”

In Sakarya Province, Governor Lawal and his entourage visited the Türk Traktör (Tractors) manufacturing plant to assess the production process of various tractors suitable for farming in Nigeria.

“At the Türk Traktör manufacturing plant, Governor Lawal discussed a possible collaboration and partnership with the company to enable Zamfara State to acquire these modern tractors.

“Turk Traktor has the capability to produce New Holland and Case IH tractors at the same time. The company is the first tractor-exporting company in Turkey and accounted for 88% of the total tractor exports of the country in 2022.

“TürkTraktör is a significant global player with exports to 125 countries and handles around 80% of the total export volume to the North American and European markets.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
July 11, 2024

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Jul 11 2024

INSECURITY: GOV. LAWAL SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER RESTRICTING MOVEMENT OF MOTORCYCLES IN ZAMFARA

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INSECURITY: GOV. LAWAL SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER RESTRICTING MOVEMENT OF MOTORCYCLES IN ZAMFARA

Governor Dauda Lawal has approved an Executive Order to restrict the movement of motorcycles in Zamfara State.

On Thursday, the governor signed the Executive Order at the Government House in Gusau, the state capital.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the Security Council decided to restrict motorcycle movement in Zamfara during an emergency meeting on Wednesday.

According to him, to legally enforce the restriction, the state’s Attorney General, Abdul’aziz Sani SAN, presented Executive Order No. 07, 2024 to the governor and subsequently assented.

“Today, Governor Dauda Lawal signed an order to restrict and prohibit the movement of motorcycles from 8:00 pm to 6:00 am in Zamfara State.

“This is in an effort to protect the lives and property of the people, as well as to curb security challenges and broaden the scope of government measures to strengthen the fight against banditry and other forms of social vices in the state.

“Effective immediately, all motorcycles are now restricted within the state between 08:00pm and 06:00am.

“No motorcycles are allowed to travel on any road in the state during these hours. Security agencies are instructed to arrest anyone who violates this order.

“The Attorney General of Zamfara State is authorized to prosecute those who disobey the restriction order.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
July 11, 2024

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Jul 10 2024

GOV. LAWAL PRESIDES OVER EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING, APPROVES CONSTRUCTION OF ULTRA-MODERN CENTRAL MOTOR PARK IN GUSAU

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GOV. LAWAL PRESIDES OVER EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING, APPROVES CONSTRUCTION OF ULTRA-MODERN CENTRAL MOTOR PARK IN GUSAU

Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the construction of Ultra-modern Central Motor Park in Gusau as part of the ongoing Urban Renewal project in Zamfara.

On Tuesday, the governor chaired an extraordinary council meeting with the Zamfara State Executives at the government house, Gusau.

A statement by the spokesperson for the governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the council deliberated on vital issues beneficial to Zamfara State.

According to him, the council approved the award of the contract for the construction of the Ultra-modern Central Motor Park to Fieldmark Construction Ltd, amounting to N4,854,135,954.53.

The construction of the park is a crucial component of the state’s Urban Renewal Program and will significantly enhance the state’s transport infrastructure and service delivery.

The project is to be jointly funded by the Ministry for Local Government and the Ministry of Commerce, Industry & Tourism, while the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure will supervise the execution of the project.

The Ministry of Works has already designed and developed an in-house bill for the project and submitted it to the State Bureau of Public Procurement, which has provided no objections to the proposal.

The Ultra-modern Central Motor Park includes the following components such as the construction of offices for government and union use, establishment of a fire station, construction of guest lodges, development of a clinic, setting up of a police station, creation of a warehouse, installation of a POS centre, and establishment of a mechanical centre and car wash.

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
July 10, 2024

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Jul 8 2024

PROJECT INNOVATION: ZAMFARA GOVERNOR RECEIVES NEAPS 2024 PRESIDENTIAL AWARD

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PROJECT INNOVATION: ZAMFARA GOVERNOR RECEIVES NEAPS 2024 PRESIDENTIAL AWARD

Zamfara Governor, Dauda Lawal, received the Distinguished Award for ‘project innovation’ at the Nigeria Excellence in Public Service Awards (NEAPS) for the numerous projects initiated and completed by his administration within one year.

The Nigeria Excellence in Public Service (NEAPS) is an initiative of the private sector and the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF).

A statement by the spokesperson of the Zamfara governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said that the NEAPS award ceremony was held on Saturday at the State House Conference Centre.

The statement added that the presidential award was presented to Governor Dauda Lawal by Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

“On Saturday, Governor Dauda Lawal was honoured with the Nigeria Excellence in Public Service (NEAPS) award for his courageous efforts to drive positive change, advocate for a more democratic society, and effectively reform governmental institutions.

“The nomination letter from the office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation explained that the Zamfara governor was chosen for the prestigious Award for Project Innovation.

“The presidential award was given to recognize the Zamfara state government’s efforts in initiating and completing several projects within one year.”

Governor Lawal expressed appreciation for the award, stating that it would serve as an encouragement for further efforts in rescuing and rebuilding Zamfara.

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
July 08, 2024

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Jul 7 2024

ISLAMIC NEW YEAR 1446H: GOV. LAWAL FELICITATES ZAMFARA MUSLIMS, URGES MORE PRAYERS FOR PEACE

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ISLAMIC NEW YEAR 1446H: GOV. LAWAL FELICITATES ZAMFARA MUSLIMS, URGES MORE PRAYERS FOR PEACE

Governor Dauda Lawal has sent his warm wishes to the Muslim community in Zamfara as they celebrate the Islamic New Year 1446H.

In his message, the governor expressed his hope for a year filled with blessings for the Muslims in the state and Nigeria and encouraged them to remain devoted to their prayers for peace to be restored.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the Islamic New Year serves as a time for self-reflection on the events of the past year.

“Today, 1st Muharram marks the end of year 1445H and the beginning of a new year 1446H in the Islamic Calendar.

“It is an opportunity for all Muslims, not only in Zamfara but in the country, to be steadfast in prayers, especially for the return of peace.

“We all have a collective role to play for the betterment of our state and Nigeria.

“I wish all Muslims a year filled with happiness, progress, and abundant blessings. May Allah bless and protect our state, Zamfara, and Nigeria.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
July 07, 2024

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