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Oct 2 2025

GOV. LAWAL UNVEILS 50 NEW 18-SEATER BUSES, SAYS IT MARKS THE REBIRTH OF ZAMFARA TRANSPORT COMPANY

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GOV. LAWAL UNVEILS 50 NEW 18-SEATER BUSES, SAYS IT MARKS THE REBIRTH OF ZAMFARA TRANSPORT COMPANY

Governor Dauda Lawal described the unveiling of 50 buses as a fulfillment of a promise and a legacy, demonstrating Zamfara State’s commitment to greatness and excellence.

The Governor unveiled fifty brand-new, luxury eighteen-seater buses for the Zamfara State Transport Company on Thursday, in Gusau.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the 50 brand-new commercial buses are modern, air-conditioned vehicles designed for comfort and safety.

The statement added that the buses were equipped with cushioned interiors, fitted with seatbelts, and featured reliable suspension for rough roads, as well as GPS tracking devices that enabled real-time monitoring of their location and performance.

In his remarks at the unveiling, Governor Lawal reiterated that the event marked a new chapter in Zamfara State’s journey, defined by a determination to leave behind the habits of waste and mismanagement and to embrace a new spirit of discipline, accountability, and progress.

He said, “Many have asked why it took time between the arrival of these buses and their proper deployment to commence operation? In the past, Governments might have rushed to inaugurate them immediately, content with the ceremonies of ribbon-cutting without addressing the deeper structures that ensure sustainability.

“But my administration is different. We do not rush where caution is required. We are not satisfied with mere symbolism when the substance of governance is at stake. That delay was deliberate.

“We chose to first put in place proper frameworks of accountability, monitoring, and management so that what you see here will last and will not descend into the fate that befell vehicles procured in years gone by.

“The history of public transport in Zamfara State is full of examples of neglect. Vehicles procured with public funds often ended up being diverted for private use, parked in the compounds of a select few, reduced to rubble by reckless driving, or abandoned because no maintenance plan had been implemented.

“What was meant for the masses became the toy of the few. We resolved that, under our watch, such misuse will never be tolerated again. These buses will remain on the roads, serving the people who paid for them with their trust, their taxes, and their hope.”

The governor stressed that his administration goes beyond procuring machines, saying the government invested in people.

“In recent months, Zamfara State Transport Company staff—including management, drivers, mechanics, ticketing officers, and admin workers—underwent a comprehensive capacity-building program. It focused on technical skills, ethics, service, and modern transport management methods.

“When transportation is broken, society is broken. By strengthening transportation, we strengthen the entire web of life in our state.

“Our Zamfara, in Northwest Nigeria, links to Sokoto, Kebbi, Katsina, Kaduna, Abuja, Bauchi, and Gombe, serving as vital routes for commerce, education, healthcare, and social ties. Placing buses here improves local mobility and connects residents to the wider nation. Traders access broader markets, students attend institutions efficiently, families stay connected, and civil servants travel for work smoothly.

“As we commission these buses, I call upon the people of Zamfara to embrace them, to patronize them, to protect them. Public property must not be vandalized, abused, or neglected. A bus scratched, a seat torn, a window broken is not a loss to the Government but a loss to us all. Let us cultivate a new ethic of collective ownership. Just as these buses are public, so must our sense of responsibility be public.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
October 02, 2025

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May 30 2025

ZAMFARA SECURITY HAS IMPROVED, SAYS GOV. LAWAL DURING HISTORIC PEACE WALK

PRESS STATEMENT

ZAMFARA SECURITY HAS IMPROVED, SAYS GOV. LAWAL DURING HISTORIC PEACE WALK

Governor Dauda Lawal stated that Zamfara State’s security situation has greatly improved.

The government organized a match on Thursday, tagged ‘Walk for peace’ to commemorate the second anniversary of Governor Lawal’s administration.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the peace walk was organized to promote peace and encourage people to unite against all forms of criminality.

The statement noted that the peace walk began at the government house and proceeded to Freedom Square, located in the center of Gusau, the state capital.

While addressing the large gathering of participants at the walk, Governor Lawal reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to eradicating all forms of criminal activity in the state, with particular emphasis on combating banditry.

He said, “Today, we all come out in our thousand to march for peace and show the world that Zamfara has made significant progress in security.”

“My administration has invested significant efforts and resources into empowering troops, gathering intelligence, and collaborating and partnering to restore peace.”

“We have recorded tremendous success in the fight against banditry; most of the volatile areas previously flashpoints of concern are now peaceful. Roads that were once impassable and off-limits places are now open for travelers to move freely.”

“The freedom with which people go about their daily activities and the joyful turnout for the peace walk clearly reflect the peaceful nature of our citizens and their genuine desire for harmony. It also shows that the public recognizes and values the state government’s efforts in promoting peace.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
May 30, 2025

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May 14 2025

GOV. LAWAL INAUGURATES RENOVATED GOV’T GIRLS’ ARABIC SCHOOL, URGING MANAGEMENT TO PRIORITIZE MAINTENANCE

PRESS STATEMENT

GOV. LAWAL INAUGURATES RENOVATED GOV’T GIRLS’ ARABIC SCHOOL, URGING MANAGEMENT TO PRIORITIZE MAINTENANCE

Governor Dauda Lawal has called on the Zamfara State Ministry of Education, its agencies, and school managements to prioritize the upkeep and maintenance of all renovated government educational facilities.

On Wednesday, the governor commissioned the remodeled Government Girls Arabic School (GGAS) in the state capital, Gusau.

According to the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, several key facilities at the school were identified and renovated. These include two administrative blocks, four blocks comprising eight classrooms, eight offices, a student kitchen, 20 Racca-style classrooms, a dining hall, and a school orchard.

The statement noted that the renovated facilities include laboratories, an ICT center, storage rooms, a library, a mosque, 14 student toilets, four staff toilets, four-story student accommodation blocks, a matron’s residence, a hostel entrance gate, and a security gate.

During his remarks, Governor Lawal emphasized that the ongoing school renovations stand as clear evidence of the progress made under his administration’s state of emergency on education.

He said, “As we know, this school is one of the oldest institutions in this region, where learners are trained to become future teachers. Today, it has been transformed to a comprehensive secondary school offering science, arts, ICT, and commercial subjects.”

“However, the school’s deteriorated condition and the fire incident that damaged some parts of the students’ hostels, the objective of establishing the school was not being achieved.”

“In line with our administration’s mission to improve the standard of education at all levels, we deemed it necessary to renovate and transform the school to make it serve its primary purpose.”

“The contract was initially awarded in January 2024 to an indigenous company for renovating five blocks of students’ hostels that were completely burnt down due to a fire incident.”

“Upon completing the hostels, we recognized the need for a more extensive intervention and expanded the contract to include the renovation of all remaining structures.”

“Furthermore, the entire renovation was carried out within a contract of 13 months, with all the mechanical and electrical services throughout the school. Both phases of the project—Phase 1 and Phase 2—are now 100% complete, comprising a total of 94 structures, all delivered in accordance with the agreed specifications.”

Governor Lawal added that the completion of this school, along ongoing renovations at various boarding schools across the state reflects his firm commitment to restoring the educational institutions.

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor
May 14, 2025

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Nov 11 2024

REVEALED: GOVERNOR DAUDA LAWAL’S HEALTHCARE REVOLUTION IN ZAMFARA

Faced with an unprecedented and embarrassing decay in the health sector in Zamfara State, Governor Dauda Lawal declared a state of emergency on the sector immediately after he took over as the state chief executive.

To change the ugly scenario, Governor Lawal quickly started renovating,
modernising, upgrading, equipping, and building new general hospitals across the state.

One year on, these hitherto decrepit, understaffed and life-threatening general hospitals now wear a new look, with state-of-the-art facilities, trained and well-remunerated physicians and health workers for effective, safe, people-centred, timely, equitable, and integrated service delivery to the people.

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Dec 30 2023

FRIDAY MOSQUE REOPENS AFTER SEVEN YEARS, AS ZAMFARA GOVERNOR INTERVENES

Governor Dauda Lawal resolved a seven-year dispute that led to the closure of one of the largest Juma’at mosques in Moriki town, Zurmi Local government.

The Juma’at mosque in Moriki had been closed for over seven years due to a dispute between two factions in the community.

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the intervention was necessary to address the disunity issue among the people.

According to him, the governor recognizes unity’s crucial role in fostering social harmony and promoting sustainable development, especially in trying times.

“Yesterday, the Zamfara State Government, under the leadership of Governor Dauda Lawal, resolved the seven-year dispute that resulted in the closure of one of the largest Friday Mosques in Moriki town, Zurmi local government.

“The Zamfara State government deemed it necessary to intervene and take measures to mitigate any factors contributing to disunity among the people.

“Governor Lawal directed the Ministry of Religious Affairs to construct a new mosque for the other party in the dispute. The new mosque is expected to be completed in three months.

“Both parties have agreed to comply with the terms of the government’s agreement.

The Friday prayer yesterday was led by Sheikh Abbas Moriki, whose sermon centred around unity among people.

In his remark, the Emir of Moriki, Bashar Isma’ila Muhammad, extended his gratitude to God for witnessing the reopening. He also commended the state government for its timely intervention in resolving the end of the dispute.

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Senior Special Assistant (Media and Publicity) to the Zamfara Governor
December 30, 2023

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