January 2026 – Zamfara State Government

Jan 29 2026

ZAMFARA GOVERNOR, DAUDA LAWAL COMMENDS REP. MEMBER, MAI PALACE, FOR HEALTHCARE INTERVENTIONS

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ZAMFARA GOVERNOR, DAUDA LAWAL COMMENDS REP. MEMBER, MAI PALACE, FOR HEALTHCARE INTERVENTIONS

Governor Dauda Lawal has commended Hon. Kabiru Ahmadu, the member representing Gusau/Tsafe federal constituency, for his interventions in the healthcare sector.

The governor, on Thursday, commissioned the renovated and expanded Dr. Karima Primary Healthcare Centre in Tudun Wada, Gusau, the Zamfara state capital.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the project is part of the 2025 Constituency Projects of Hon. Kabiru Amadu Mai Palace.

The statement added that the healthcare facility was expanded and upgraded from a 10-bed PHC to a 40-bed PHC.

In his remarks at the commissioning of the renovated healthcare centre, Governor Lawal expressed joy and satisfaction for the giant stride of honourable Mai Palace in the health sector, which is a critical element of his administration’s Six-Point-Agenda.

He said, “Alhamdulillah, as I keep on saying time and again, all the components of our Six Point agenda, from security, education, health, agriculture, to infrastructure and economic development, all the deliverables designed for the sectors are rightly falling in place. We are pleased to state that Zamfara State is on the path to prosperity.

“As part of our modest effort in the health sector, we have provided a comprehensive healthcare approach encompassing essential medicines, preventive measures, health policy updates, water, sanitation, and hygiene protocols, health treatments, immunization, antenatal and nutrition services, and strengthening healthcare financing. This modest effort of honourable Kabiru is therefore timely.

“Healthcare facilities of this nature are very essential as they provide rudimentary roles in the form of delivery of first-line healthcare to the immediate communities, thereby complementing the roles of the secondary and tertiary healthcare centres.

“I am equally glad to note that in the health sector, Honourable is currently constructing a Complete Ward in Shagari primary healthcare facility here in Gusau and renovation of 3 blocks at the General Hospital Magami.

“I am also informed that he is constructing about 30 blocks of classrooms in GGDSS Damba, GDSS Tsafe, SDP Secondary school Tsafe, GDSS Kucheri, GDSS Kwarenganuwa, GDSS Tsunami, Unguwar Zabarma Primary school Gusau, and GDSS Wanke, among many others. This is in addition to the construction of a standard 250 capacity Computer-Based Test Centre (CBT) in Tsafe.

“Let me therefore use this opportunity to commend Honourable Kabiru Amadu and all like-minded who are complementing the transformation initiative of the government especially as it affects the provision of various empowerment programmes and the provision of critical infrastructure to the residents of the State.

“At this juncture, it is my singular honour and privilege to commission the renovated and expanded Dr. Karima Primary Healthcare Centre, Tudun Wada Gusau, from 10 to 40 beds, which is part of the Constituency Projects of honourable Kabiru Amadu Mai Palace for the year 2025.”

Earlier, the member representing Gusau/Tsafe Federal constituency, Hon. Kabiru Ahmadu Mai Palace, thanked Governor Dauda Lawal for commissioning the upgraded healthcare facility, equipped with modern equipment.

He said, “Healthcare facilities of this nature play a crucial role in providing first aid to the local community. This motivated my decision to support this initiative, particularly in alignment with Governor Dauda Lawal’s six-point agenda.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
January 29, 2026

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Jan 27 2026

GOV. LAWAL BEGINS STATEWIDE ENGAGEMENT WITH ZAMFARA PDP STAKEHOLDERS

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GOV. LAWAL BEGINS STATEWIDE ENGAGEMENT WITH ZAMFARA PDP STAKEHOLDERS

Governor Dauda Lawal has begun a statewide engagement with the stakeholders of the Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The stakeholder meeting commenced on Tuesday at the Rescue Hall in the Government House, Gusau.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, noted that the stakeholder engagement is a regular gathering aimed at strategizing and discussing issues concerning the party and the state as a whole.

The statement added that the first series of meetings started with stakeholders from Gummi and Maru Local Government Areas.

“The engagement provides a platform where the Governor discusses important political issues impacting the party and the state.

“In the coming weeks, Governor Lawal will host PDP stakeholders from all 14 local government areas of Zamfara State.

“During the meeting, Governor Lawal listens to stakeholders’ concerns, advice, and critical evaluation of the situation in their respective communities.

“Such stakeholder engagement demonstrates that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remains a strong and influential force across the state.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
January 27, 2026

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Jan 23 2026

ZAMFARA RETIRED PERM. SECRETARIES HONOURS GOV. LAWAL, LAUDS HIS ADMINISTRATION’S IMPACTFUL PROJECTS

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ZAMFARA RETIRED PERM. SECRETARIES HONOURS GOV. LAWAL, LAUDS HIS ADMINISTRATION’S IMPACTFUL PROJECTS

The association of Zamfara State Retired Permanent Secretaries commended the Zamfara State government’s impactful projects under Governor Dauda Lawal.

The governor received an award of honor from the association on Friday at the Government House conference hall, Gusau.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the association highlighted the state government’s key achievements as the main reason for the honor.

The statement added that Governor Lawal, in his speech, expressed gratitude to the Zamfara Retired Permanent Secretaries Association for considering him worthy of the award of honor.

The governor said there is no greater honor than an award from an association of senior citizens who have served the state diligently.

“I was informed about the plan to host me at a grand dinner, but time did not permit it. It was not deliberate; it was due to the tight schedule at my office.

“Everywhere, people are following what my government is doing. Like I always say, we are very transparent and accountable.

“I came into office with a clear agenda. My six-point manifesto puts security first. We are achieving a lot across all six areas that I pledged to address during the campaign.

“We have to do what we are doing to open up the state for investors. In sha Allah, in the next few months, our international airport will be ready.

“There is no local government in Zamfara where I haven’t invested over 20 billion naira in projects. Visit the local governments to see the ongoing work. We are accomplishing a lot. We are seeing steady improvements in the state’s security. Additionally, our internally generated revenue has risen from 80 million to over five billion naira.”

Earlier, Muhammad Bello Umar, mni, Chairman of the Zamfara State Retired Permanent Secretaries Association, expressed that the honor is to commend Governor Lawal for the notable achievements of his administration since it began in 2023.

He said, “Right from the very beginning, he showed enthusiasm and dedication by introducing a six-point agenda. As senior citizens who have served under multiple administrations, we want to affirm that this administration has exceeded expectations and distinguished itself in workers’ welfare, education, health, and other infrastructural improvements.

“At our Annual General Meeting, when you were barely 6 months in office, we requested payment of outstanding gratuities, which this government obliged and settled. All pending payments, totaling over 13 billion, were paid. Thank you for that.

“The history of Zamfara will remember you with honor. I appreciate your generosity towards our members, especially during medical emergencies.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
January 23, 2026

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Jan 19 2026

Comprehensive Report on the Achievements of ZITDA, Two years of digital transformation under the visionary leadership of His Excellency, Dauda Lawal,Executive Governor of Zamfara State.

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His Excellency, Dauda Lawal,
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Jan 10 2026

KEBBI VARSITY CONFERS HONORARY DEGREE ON GOV. LAWAL, COMMENDS ZAMFARA DEVELOPMENT STRIDES

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KEBBI VARSITY CONFERS HONORARY DEGREE ON GOV. LAWAL, COMMENDS ZAMFARA DEVELOPMENT STRIDES

The Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology, Aliero, conferred an honorary doctorate degree on Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State.

The honor was bestowed on Saturday during the university’s joint maiden convocation at the University Convocation Arena in Aleru, Kebbi State.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, noted that Governor Lawal was selected and confirmed for the honorary doctorate degree by the university’s Senate.

He added that the maiden convocation commenced on Wednesday with a press briefing by the Vice Chancellor, Engr. Prof. Danshehu Bagudu Gwandangaji.

The statement read in parts: “On Saturday, Governor Dauda Lawal was conferred with an Honorary Degree by the Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology.

“The university said the honor reflects its commitment to recognizing individuals whose work has had a meaningful and lasting impact on society.

“The Kebbi State Varsity conferred on Governor Lawal the Degree of Doctor of Science (D.Sc) Honoris Causa in recognition of his distinguished service and contributions to societal development.

“The Senate highlighted Governor Lawal’s achievements in education, health, infrastructure, the economy, and workers’ welfare as major reasons for the honor.

“Such recognitions will make the governor put more effort into his resolve to make Zamfara State greater.”

Earlier, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Bagudu Danshehu, revealed that since its founding in 2005, the university has graduated 7,221 undergraduate students, along with 669 postgraduate students, between the 2010/2011 and 2023/2024 academic sessions.

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
January 10, 2026

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Jan 8 2026

EMERGENCE OF NEW SUBSTANTIVE CHAIRMAN, ASSOCIATION OF SENIOR CIVIL SERVANTS OF NIGERIA,ZAMFARA STATE BRANCH

EMERGENCE OF NEW SUBSTANTIVE CHAIRMAN, ASSOCIATION OF SENIOR CIVIL SERVANTS OF NIGERIA,
ZAMFARA STATE BRANCH

This is to formally inform fellow civil servants that one of our own, Dr. Bashir Hassan Maradun, has emerged as the new Substantive Chairman of the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN), Zamfara State Branch.
Dr. Bashir Hassan Maradun Currently Director, Administration and Human Resource, ZITDA Office of the Executive Governor, Government House. who will serve for a four-year tenure covering the period 2026–2030.
Comrade Dr. Bashir Hassan Maradun is widely known for his unwavering commitment to the struggle for the rights and welfare of civil servants, as well as his strong advocacy for discipline and the core values of the civil service.
On behalf of the Head of the Civil Service and the entire Zamfara State Civil Servants, we congratulate him on this well-deserved emergence and wish him a successful tenure and impactful service delivery.
Congratulations once again.

Signed:
Ibrahim Usman Bala
Director, Administration and Human Resource
Administration Department
Office of the Head of Service.

08/01/2026

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Jan 8 2026

NINE YEARS AFTER, GOV. LAWAL PRESENTS CERTIFICATES TO 50 ZAMFARA STUDENTS OF CRESCENT UNIVERSITY

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NINE YEARS AFTER, GOV. LAWAL PRESENTS CERTIFICATES TO 50 ZAMFARA STUDENTS OF CRESCENT UNIVERSITY

Governor Dauda Lawal has presented certificates to 50 scholarship students of the Crescent University, Abeokuta.

The presentation took place on Thursday at the Grand Chamber of the Government House, Gusau.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the scholarship students graduated 9 years ago but were left on hold by the previous administrations.

The statement added that the students were left hanging for nine years because their tuition fees were not settled.

The statement read in part: “Governor Dauda Lawal has presented certificates to 50 graduates of the Crescent University, Abeokuta, who were sponsored by a previous state government.

“The Crescent University refused to release the students’ results due to nonpayment of tuition fees.

“The state government under Governor Dauda Lawal, after carefully studying the case, reached out to the university and settled the outstanding tuition fees.

“Among the 50 students, there is a First Class graduate in Chemistry and several Second Class Upper degree holders.

“This gesture shows the state government’s commitment to the educational sector and is a clear indication that the state of emergency declared is yielding positive results.”

While presenting the certificates to the students, Governor Lawal reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing education.

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
January 08, 2026

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Jan 7 2026

Gov. Lawal Inspects Projects In Shinkafi LGA, Says Rescue Mission On Course

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Gov. Lawal Inspects Projects In Shinkafi LGA, Says Rescue Mission On Course

Governor Dauda Lawal said that his administration’s rescue mission is on track and yielding the desired results.

The governor, on Wednesday, was on an official visit to inspect the state government’s ongoing projects in the Shinkafi Local Government Area.

A statement by the spokesperson of the governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that in Shinkafi, Governor Lawal launched an empowerment program by Bello Hassan Shinkafi, member representing Shinkafi/Zurmi Federal Constituency.

The empowerment targets 2,000 people who benefited from luxury cars, tricycles, motocycles, and sewing machines, among others.

During the visit, Governor Lawal inspected the Women and Children Welfare Clinic (WCWC) Primary Healthcare Center in Shinkafi Town, which was awarded for total renovation.

The governor also visited the renovated General Hospital in Shinkafi and the ongoing new Referral Hospital project in the same town.

At the Emirs’ Place, Governor Lawal reiterated his administration’s commitment to capital projects across local government areas.

He said: “We are in Shinkafi today to inspect numerous key projects of my administration and to launch the empowerment program of Honorable Bello Hasan, member representing Shinkafi/Zurmi constituency.

“We have fully renovated and equipped the General Hospital in Shinkafi.

“The abandoned hospital now features state-of-the-art equipment capable of addressing the emergency needs of the people.

“The Referral Hospital will be a game changer not only in Shinkafi LGA but also for the Zamfara North Senatorial Zone. It will ease a significant burden for people battling illnesses who are seeking serious medical attention.

“The state government acquired the former Bafarawa Institute and will house the Faculty of Medical Sciences of the Zamfara State University. The school is undergoing serious work to complete it for effective utilization.”

Governor Lawal commended Hon. Bello Hassan for the empowerment and urged other stakeholders to prioritise human development.

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
January 07, 2026