SSG

Politics

OPEN LETTER TO HIS EXCELLENCY, DR. DAUDA LAWAL DARE

With utmost respect, I wish to draw your attention to an issue that deserves urgent consideration. Your Excellency is the Governor of the entire Zamfara State, not the Governor of one or two Local Government Areas. The people across the remaining Local Government Areas are also waiting eagerly to hear, see and feel that they are fully included in your Rescue Mission.

Economy

2026 CEO Forum: Gov. Lawal exposes possibilities of unlocking investment in Zamfara

The Governor of Zamfara state, Dr. Dauda Lawal participated in the 2026 CEO Forum, focusing on linking capital to opportunities and aligning business strategies to promote investment and inclusive economic development in Zamfara State.

Lifestyle

ZAMFARA FIRST LADY MOURNS LATE EMIR OF ZURMI, ALHAJI BELLO SULAIMAN

The First Lady of Zamfara State, Her Excellency, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal (Inna Wuro Zurmi), has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the revered Emir of Zurmi, Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi, Alhaji Bello Sulaiman, describing his death as an irreparable loss to the state and the traditional institution.

Court & Judiciary

Shinkafi VS APC, Ya'u, INEC: Fed. High Court gives INEC, APC 14 days ultimatum to reconduct Primaries in Zamfara North Senitorial District

Federal High Court sitting in Gusau on Monday has nullified the previous consensus primary elections conducted by INEC and All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara North Senatorial District. The nullification was announced by the presiding judge, Justice Hassan Dikko, while delivered the ruling after about two hours of hearing, during which he considered the written addresses and arguments adopted by the plaintiffs and defendants.

Business

Commissioner of Commerce assures business community of fairness, justice, equality in Zamfara

The Zamfara State Ministry of Commerce, Tourism and Industries has organised a one-day stakeholders’ meeting with members of the business community to discuss challenges affecting businesses in the state and explore opportunities for investment, trade and industrial development. The meeting brought together key stakeholders from the business community, aimed at strengthening collaboration between the government and the private sector, while developing practical recommendations for creating a

Security & Crime

Gov. Lawal inaugurates DDR, plans to establish victims support fund as panacea for peacebuilding framework

The Governor of Zamfara state, Dr Dauda Lawal has inaugurated Disarmament Demobilization and Re-integration, DDR Peace and Security Committee, announced plans to establish victims support fund as a panacea for peacebuilding framework in the state.

Jobs & Opportunities

ZLGSC ASSISTS THREE CLEANERS, HONOURS 2 STAFF WITH LONG SERVICE AWARDS

The Executive Chairman of Zamfara State Local Government Service Commission has honoured 2 members of staff with Long Service Awards in recognition of their dedication, loyalty, and outstanding development and contributions to the Commission

Religion

```HAPPY MAULID

HAJIYA FATIMA UMAR SHINKAFI, SARAUNIYAR SHINKAFI TAURARUWAR BUNGUDU Tana Taya Murna Tare Da Mika Sakon Barka Da Zagayowar Ranar Da Watan Haifuwar Manzon Allah (S.A.W)

Investigations

Gov. Lawal condoles with Bungudu LGA over recent attack, reaffirms commitment to combating Crime in Zamfara

The Governor of Zamfara state, Dr. Dauda Lawal has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration's policy of never negotiating with the enemies of his people or yield to the criminal syndicates in the State.

Education

ZAMFARA GOV'T REINSTATES ABDU GUSAU POLYTECHNIC RECTOR

This is to notify the general public that His Excellency, the Executive Governor has approved the reinstatement of Dr. Surajo Abdullahi Shinkafi as Rector of Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara, with immediate effect. This follows a careful review of the circumstances that led to his suspension.

Politics

Gov. Lawal appoints heads for 3 key national programmes in Zamfara

Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the appointment of three qualified indigenes to head key national programmes in Zamfara State. This was disclosed in a statement by Suleman Ahmad Tudu Senior Special Assistant (Media) Office of the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government

Economy

IOM, Partners empower 50 residents with startup kits to boost economy, peace building in Zamfara

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), through the Conflict Prevention, Crisis Response and Resilience (CPCRR) Programme, funded by the European Union's Foreign Policy Instruments (EU-FPI) has distributed business start-up kits, including grinding machines, sewing machines and other essential equipment, to 50 beneficiaries drawn from four wards in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Opinion

HOW GOVERNOR LAWAL WINS BACK INVESTOR CONFIDENCE FOR ZAMFARA

According to NBS data compiled by TheCableIndex, Nigeria recorded a total capital importation of $129.68 billion between 2014 and 2025. Yet, I observed that Zamfara State did not attract any major foreign investment within the period. This is more worrisome given the state’s agricultural potentials and vast mineral deposits, many of which are in high demand globally.

Economy

Message From The SSG, Zamfara State, Malam Abubakar Muhammad Nakwada

It was with immense excitement that I joined His Excellency, Governor Dauda Lawal, yesterday to unveil the Zamfara Lithium Mining and Processing Plant in Boko, Zurmi Local Government Area.