WE’LL ENSURE ADEQUATE FUNDING FOR EDUCATION IN ZAMFARA, SAYS GOVERNOR LAWAL

Governor Dauda Lawal, on Wednesday, reiterated his administration’s commitment to ensure adequate provision of funding in Zamfara State’s annual budget for education.

The Governor gave the assurance during the 23rd matriculation ceremony of Zamfara College of Arts and Science (ZACAS) in Gusau.

A statement by the Spokesperson to the Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, noted that the matriculation ceremony was held at the college premises in Gusau.

He added that the Zamfara College of Arts and Science (ZACAS) comprises the School of Science Technology, Legal Studies, School of Art and Humanities, School of Mass Communication and Information, School of Preliminary Studies, and IJMB.

The statement read in parts: “The matriculation ceremony marked the ushering in of newly admitted 2,369 students for the institution’s 2023/2024 academic session.

“In his remark, Governor Dauda Lawal said that the significant number of students who have graduated from the institution over the years speaks volumes about the College’s effectiveness in fulfilling its obligations.

“The Governor pledged to provide high-quality, inclusive education for all residents of Zamfara State, regardless of social standing, in alignment with the Social Development Goals on education.

“He conveyed his admiration for the remarkable efforts of the college in providing opportunities to the youth, adding that his government will address challenges facing tertiary institutions, including funding, laboratories, affiliation, accreditation, and institutional structure upgrades.

“As part of his administration’s commitment to prioritising education, Governor Lawal reassured his will to invest massively in upgrading the infrastructure and other learning tools in all tertiary institutions.

“Earlier, the Provost of the Zamfara College of Arts and Science (ZACAS), Dr. Yakubu Sani, commended Governor Dauda Lawal for being the highest provider of scholarships in the past decade.

“The provost acknowledged that over the past ten years, the Governor has annually provided scholarships to more than 200 ZACAS students from personal funds.”

WE’LL ENSURE ADEQUATE FUNDING FOR EDUCATION IN ZAMFARA, SAYS GOVERNOR LAWAL

Governor Dauda Lawal, on Wednesday, reiterated his administration’s commitment to ensure adequate provision of funding in Zamfara State’s annual budget for education.

The Governor gave the assurance during the 23rd matriculation ceremony of Zamfara College of Arts and Science (ZACAS) in Gusau.

A statement by the Spokesperson to the Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, noted that the matriculation ceremony was held at the college premises in Gusau.

He added that the Zamfara College of Arts and Science (ZACAS) comprises the School of Science Technology, Legal Studies, School of Art and Humanities, School of Mass Communication and Information, School of Preliminary Studies, and IJMB.

The statement read in parts: “The matriculation ceremony marked the ushering in of newly admitted 2,369 students for the institution’s 2023/2024 academic session.

“In his remark, Governor Dauda Lawal said that the significant number of students who have graduated from the institution over the years speaks volumes about the College’s effectiveness in fulfilling its obligations.

“The Governor pledged to provide high-quality, inclusive education for all residents of Zamfara State, regardless of social standing, in alignment with the Social Development Goals on education.

“He conveyed his admiration for the remarkable efforts of the college in providing opportunities to the youth, adding that his government will address challenges facing tertiary institutions, including funding, laboratories, affiliation, accreditation, and institutional structure upgrades.

“As part of his administration’s commitment to prioritising education, Governor Lawal reassured his will to invest massively in upgrading the infrastructure and other learning tools in all tertiary institutions.

“Earlier, the Provost of the Zamfara College of Arts and Science (ZACAS), Dr. Yakubu Sani, commended Governor Dauda Lawal for being the highest provider of scholarships in the past decade.

“The provost acknowledged that over the past ten years, the Governor has annually provided scholarships to more than 200 ZACAS students from personal funds.”

Governor Lawal Chairs Executive Council Meeting, Approves Recruitment of Civilian JTF.

JTFGovernor Dauda Lawal on Monday approved the recruitment of a civilian Joint Task Force to complement the efforts of security agencies in Zamfara.

The recruitment of the civilian JTF was among the critical issues deliberated at the State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Dauda Lawal.

A statement by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said that the meeting was held at the Council Chambers, Government House, Gusau.

He added that at the meeting, the council approved classroom construction, renovation and furnishing as part of the government’s commitment to increasing educational opportunities.

He said: “In his commitment to curb the lingering insecurity, Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the recruitment of civilian JTF in all local government areas of the State.

“While presiding over the State Executive Council meeting, the Governor also approved the construction of new sets of classrooms, renovation and furnishing of existing ones across the 14 LGAs of the State.

“The members of the State Council deliberated on the insecurity and deteriorating condition of educational facilities in the State, hence, approved the recruitment of civilian JTF to complement the effort of the military and the police.

“300 civilian JTF would be recruited in each local government area of the State. The recruits would undergo rigorous physical training that would prepare them to assist the security agencies with actionable intelligence to combat insecurity.

“Furthermore, the council approved the construction of additional classrooms in each local government area, providing students with increased opportunities for education.

“Governor Lawal believes that education is a fundamental right for all citizens. His government is committed to ensuring that every Zamfara child can access quality education.

“The Government will construct, renovate and furnish 49 classrooms in Gusau, 11 in Anka, 15 in Bakura, 8 in Bukkuyum, 14 in Birnin Magaji, 8 in Bungudu, 8 in Gummi, 19 in Kaura, 8 in Maru, 11 in Maradun, 42 in Shinkafi, 8 Talata Mafara, 27 in Tsafe, and 11 in Zurmi local government.”