Farminig is our pride
Farminig is our pride
Zamfara has emerged 1st in the Digital Technology Infrastructure Development category of the Peer-Review session of the 12th National Council on Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy.This underscores Governor Dauda Lawal’s commitment to advancing technology and innovation, heralding a significant step towards modernizing our digital infrastructure.
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Zamfara State hosted a team from Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy, Nigeria for a stakeholder engagement on the National Digital Economy & e-Governance Bill.
Very rich discussions and valuable feedback from participants. This is a crucial step towards shaping Nigeria’s digital future!
The Executive Governor of Zamfara State, H.E Dauda Lawal together with Executive Secretary Zamfara information Technology Development Agency paid a courtesy visit to Galaxy Backbone Limited’s Head Office as part of his administration’s digital transformation drive.
Collaboration in Cloud services, cybersecurity, and data management were discussed among other areas.
Day-Two of the Digital Government Africa Summit #DGA2024 features a very powerful speech from the President of the Republic of Zambia.
Governor Dauda Lawal is also having round table with Government delegations and captains of industry to share knowledge and experience on digital transformation.
His Excellency Governor Dauda Lawal is attending the Digital Government Africa #DGA Summit in Lusaka, Zambia.
He also joined a panel discussion on ‘Ensuring A Secure and Resilient Infrastructure for Citizen-Centric E-Government’, which is part of our key priorities.
02/10/2024
Zamfara State representatives, led by the Executive Secretary of ZITDA, Dr Habib Gajam engaged as key panelists at the Arewa Tech Fest, showcasing innovation and driving the future of technology in the region. #ArewaTechFest #WeMeanBusiness
The Executive Secretary of Zamfara Information Technology Development Agency (ZITDA) Habib Gajam PhD, delivered key updates on ongoing projects, emphasizing strides in digital infrastructure, tech innovation, and capacity development to propel Zamfara State into a leading hub of technological advancement at The Nigeria eGovernment Summit hosted at the Raddison Blu Hotel in Lagos.
PRESS STATEMENT
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
PRESS STATEMENT
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
The Executive Secretary had the honor of delivering a keynote address on behalf of Govzamfara H.E. Dauda Lawal, discussing Zamfara’s digital transformation journey at the GITEX 2024 convention in Marrakesh, Morocco. It was also an opportunity to highlight our efforts in building digital infrastructure, implementing e-governance, and developing ICT human capital to boost our digital economy.
Additionally, he led our dynamic team to explore investment opportunities in agriculture, mining, transportation, technology, and innovation.
We eagerly anticipate the positive results from these engagements.
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