Zamfara Govt

Jobs & Opportunities

Gov. Lawal appoints Baraya new Head of Service as Haidara retires in Zamfara

The Executive Governor of Zamfara State, His Excellency Dr. Dauda Lawal, has approved the appointment of Alhaji Shehu Baraya as the new Head of the Zamfara State Civil Service. This was disclosed in a statement by Comrade Suleman Ahmad Tudu Senior Special Assistant (Media) Office of the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, made available to Journalists on Friday.

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.

Court & Judiciary

Legal Tussle between Shinkafi, Ya'u, INEC, APC: Court nullifies Primaries at Zamfara North Senitorial District, orders re-election within 14 days

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.

Court & Judiciary

Court nullifies APC consensus primary, orders INEC to conduct proper elections within 14 days in Zamfara

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.

Security & Crime

OPFY Troops arrest gun runners, rescue 6 abducted victims in Zamfara

Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA have recorded further operational successes in Zamfara State by thwarting a weapons smuggling attempt and rescuing 6 kidnapped victims in two separate operations conducted on August 23, 2026.

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.

Politics

ZBCSF Begins Strategic Engagements with Support Groups Ahead of the 2027 Political Season

Alhamdulillah, today, 23 August 2026, the Zannan Bungudu Coordinating Support Forum (ZBCSF), through its Coordinating Council for Support Groups, commenced a series of strategic engagements with the various support groups under its umbrella.

Health

Reps Member donates wheelchairs to PWDs in Zamfara

The Member representing Gummi/Bukkuyum Federal constituency, Rt. Hon. Dr. Sulaiman Abubakar Gumi has donated wheelchairs to People living With Disabilities, PWDs within his constituency in Zamfara state. The Honourable Member made the donations over the weekend when he visited his constituency alongside his entourage and members of Empowerment committee.

Politics

Zamfara: Accord guber candidate congratulates Adeleke over his victory in Osun state

The Rtrd AIG, Alhaji Musa Yusuf Garba, the Gubernatorial Candidate for Accord Party Zamfara state chapter has congratulated the Governor of Osun state, Senator Ademola Nurudeen Adeleke over his victory at the just concluded Osun state pools. He stated this while addressing journalists on Monday in Gusau the state capital.

Politics

MPM CONGRATULATES SEN YARI, DEFENCE MINISTER MATAWALLE AND GOVERNOR DAUDA LAWAL'S INCLUSION IN PRESIDENT TINUBU'S 2027 CAMPAIGN COUNCIL

Zamfara State Matawalle Political Movement followers of Honourable Minister of State for Defence His Excellency Bello Mohammad Matawalle MON and on his behalf wishes to congratulate Zamfara prominent sons over their inclusion on the Tinubu 2027 campaign council

Security & Crime

1 Brigade NIgerian Army visits NSCDC to strengthen existing partnership in Zamfara

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Zamfara State Command welcomed the Commander, 1 Brigade, Nigerian Army (NA) and his staff on a courtesy visit aimed to familiarise, induce better energy and enhance the working relationship of the two (2) agencies 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

Jobs & Opportunities

ZLGSC pledges to provide LG staff with Computer for efficient service delivery

The Executive Chairman of Zamfara State Local Government Services Commission, Alhaji Aminu Aliyu Mafara, has assured Local Government Area staff in Various departments and cadres that computers would be provided to enable them carry out their responsibilities in accordance with global practices in the State The Executive Chairman of the Commission, Alh. Aminu Aliyu Mafara, who was represented by the Permanent Commissioner 2 of the Commission, Hon. Anas Iliyasu Birninsin, made the assurance d

Jobs & Opportunities

ZLGSC trains 42 Auditors, Cashiers, Accountants on effective procurement financial management, good governance

The Zamfara State Local Government Service Commission, in collaboration with the Abuja Institute of Leadership and Business Management, has conducted a three-day training workshop for 42 cashiers, internal auditors, and Account/Expenditure officers on effective procurement, financial management, and good governance across the fourteen local governments and the State at large.

Energy & Power

Senator Yari assures investors of board's financial commitment as Geregu Power settles bond obligations in full

The former Governor of Zamfara state and the Senator representing Zamfara West Senitorial District, Dr. Abdul'aziz Abubakar Yari who is also the Chairman, Geregu Power PLC has assured investors and stakeholders of the company on the Board's determination to uphold it's financial commitment as the company settled its outstanding bond obligations in full.

Politics

WE WILL NOT ALLOW ADC TO LOSE THE 2027 ELECTION IN ZAMFARA STATE - Chairman

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) will not allow the party to lose the 2027 elections in Zamfara State as a result of selfish interests, internal disagreements, or the pursuit of an improper process that produces candidates who do not meet the requirements of the electoral process. This was expressed in a statement signed by Abdulkareem Umar State Publicity Secretary African Democratic Congress (ADC) Zamfara State Chapter and made available to Journalists in Gusau.

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)

Religion

Ei-del Maulud: Yari donates cattles, rice, ₦12.5M to 43 Zawiyyah in Zamfara, urges prayers for Nigeria, President Tinubu

The former Governor of Zamfara State and Senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, Alhaji (Dr) Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar, Marafan Sokoto, has donated cattles, rice and ₦12.5M to 43 Zawiyyah ahead of Ei-del Maulud celebration, calling on the Muslim Ummah to intensify prayers for peace, unity and progress of Nigeria and for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the leader of the people. Senator Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar also urged Muslims to use the occasion of the Maulud to pray fervently

Business

ZACCIMA sacks Deputy President, accuses him of irregularities, others

The Zamfara State Chamber of Commerce Industries, Mines and Agriculture, ZACCIMA has sacked its Deputy President, Mr. Chika Galadima, accusing him of irregularities and other related offenses against the constitution of the organization.

Security & Crime

OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA: TROOPS FOIL MASS ABDUCTION ATTEMPT IN ZAMFARA, RESCUE NINE CIVILIANS INCLUDING INFANT

Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY) foiled an attempted mass abduction by terrorists in Unguwar Rogo Village, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, rescuing nine civilians, including an infant.

Lifestyle

Engr. Sulaiman Gumi, his mission to transform Gummi/Bukkuyum Fed. Constituency, change people's living standards

The Member representing Gummi/Bukkuyum federal constituency Rt. Hon Dr., Engr. Sulaiman Abubakar Gumi is a politician in possession of all leadership required qualities, good characters and habit that are difficult to be found in many other politicians.

Sports

ZSUBEB ends 2025/2026 BES tournament, winners awarded with prices in Zamfara

The Zamfara State Universal Basic Education Board (ZSUBEB), under the leadership of the Executive Chairman, Professor Nasir Garba Anka, Makaman Sokoto South, has successfully concluded the state-level final of the 2025/2026 Basic Education Sports Tournament held at the Zamfara State College of Arts and Science (ZACAS) sports ground in Gusau.

Politics

SENATOR ABDUL'AZIZ YARI ABUBAKAR (MARAFAN SOKOTO) DONATES THE SUM OF 163 MILLION NAIRA , 837 BAGS OF FOOD ITEMS TO VICTIMS OF ARMED BANDITRY IN ZAMFARA WEST SENATORIAL DISTRICT

Former Governor of Zamfara State and Senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, Sen. Alhaji Abdul’aziz Yari Abubakar, Marafan Sokoto, has donated the sum of N163 Million and 837 bags of assorted food items to families of victims of bandit attacks in his constituency.

Northern Nigeria

ZAMAF reaffirms commitment to uphold truth, support administration of Governor. Lawal

The Zamfara Media advocacy forum (ZAMAF) wishes to formally acknowledge and deeply appreciate the recent expression of gratitude by the Executive Governor of Zamfara state, His Excellency Dr. Dauda lawal, for the forum's consistent efforts in promoting the truth and defending the integrity of his administration through responsible media advocacy.

Politics

Mahdi Aliyu Gusau Campaign Organisation Rejects Bilyaminu Shinkafi’s Emergence as ADC Guber Candidate

The Mahdi Aliyu Gusau Campaign Organisation has rejected the emergence of Bilyaminu Shinkafi as the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 Zamfara State governorship election.

Opinion

GOVERNOR DAUDA LAWAL CHAMPIONS ZAMFARA’S INVESTMENT POTENTIAL AT NIGERIA–CANADA SUMMIT

His Excellency, Dr. Dauda Lawal, Executive Governor of Zamfara State, participated as a distinguished guest speaker at the Nigeria–Canada Summit on Digital Rails and Inclusive Growth (NCRS’26).

Technology

Zamfara ministry of works inspects ongoing projects, commends Rockseed Int'l, expresses concern over slow pace of Weisky Global Road project

The Ag. Permanent Secretary of the Zamfara State Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Amiru Musa Anka, has led all Directors and technical engineers of the Ministry on an unscheduled inspection of some ongoing projects across the state.

Lifestyle

Zamfara information Commissioner visits Bakura, condoles with Director Technical over the passing of his mother

Zamfara State Commissioner of Information and Culture, Alhaji Muhammad Mahmoud Dantawasa has described the death of Hajiya Dije Bakura, mother of the Director of Technical Services, Zamfara State Media Corporation as a monumental loss to the state and the information industry.

Politics

HAPPY ADC YOUTHS INTERNATIONAL DAY

Today, as we celebrate International Youth Day, I extend my warmest greetings and best wishes to all ADC youths across Zamfara State, Nigeria, and beyond. The youth remain the backbone of every progressive society. Your energy, creativity, resilience, and commitment to democracy are vital in building a better future for our people. Let us continue to promote unity, peace, good governance, and active participation in the democratic process.

Lifestyle

ZAMAP Commends Governor Dauda Lawal’s Humanitarian Support for Gusau Correctional Centre Inmates

The Zamfara Media Advocacy Platform (ZAMAP) commends the Zamfara State Governor, Dr. Dauda Lawal, for his sustained humanitarian intervention aimed at improving the welfare and dignity of inmates at the Gusau Medium Correctional Centre.

Politics

Zamfara: RARA DG, Haruna Gusau bags Philanthropic Award from a renown NGO in Abuja

The Director General of Rural Access Roads Agency, RARA, Engr. Haruna Dikko Gusau has received a prestigeous Philanthropic Award from a renown NGO identified as Eagle Lead Development initiative located in Federal Capital Territory FCT Abuja. The Award was presented to the DG at his office in Samaru Area of Gusau the state capital.

Economy

Gov. Lawal, others represent Nigeria at Canada-Africa Summit in Toronto

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, other state governors, and the President’s Chief of Staff have represented Nigeria at the ongoing maiden investment programme tagged, Canada–Africa Summit on digital rails and inclusive growth.

Politics

Yilwatda at 58: Gov. Lawal celebrates APC national chairman, pledges loyalty to the party

Zamfara State Governor Dr. Dauda Lawal has congratulated the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, at his 58th birthday, pledging loyalty to the party and support for the party's leadership.

Education

Corps members participation strengthen Nigeria's electoral process - Gov. Lawal

The Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has said the participation of corps members in Nigeria’s electoral process has helped to strengthen the credibility, transparency and integrity of the country’s elections.

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.

Breaking News

Shinkafi VS APC, INEC, Ya'u: Federal High Court set for final judgement come August 31st

The lingering face-up between Rt Hon. Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi and All Progressive Congress APC Zamfara state chapter, the Independent National Electoral Commission and Senator Sahabi Ya'u has again been adjourned to August 31st, 2026.

Agriculture

Zamfara Govt takes delivery of 100 tractors under FG Renewed Hope Agric mechanization programme

Zamfara State government under the leadership of Governor Dauda Lawal has commenced taking the delivery of 100 tractors under the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope National Agricultural Mechanisation Programme, marking another major milestone in the state’s efforts to modernise agriculture and enhance food production.

Security & Crime

ZAROTA Personnel to receive training certificates on Friday at FRSC in Gusau

The Zamfara Road Traffic Agency (ZAROTA) wishes to inform all officers who participated in the recently concluded two-week training programme held at the Headquarters of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Zamfara State Command, that the training has been successfully completed. The official presentation of Certificates of Completion will take place as follows: Date: Friday, 7 August 2026 Venue: Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Headquarters, Zamfara State Command.

Business

COMMUNIQUÉ ISSUED AT THE NATIONAL UNION OF SHOP AND DISTRIBUTION EMPLOYEES (NUSDE), ZAMFARA STATE CHAPTER WORKSHOP

The National Union of Shop and Distribution Employees (NUSDE), Zamfara State Chapter, held its workshop with union executives, delegates, members, government representatives, labour stakeholders, and development partners to deliberate on issues affecting workers in the shop and distribution sector and to strengthen industrial harmony and workers' welfare. Following extensive deliberations, participants resolved as follows:

Education

Major F Jimoh advocates Government support over dilapidated structures, others at Command science Sec. Sch. Girls in Gusau

Following the graduation ceremony for the class of 2026 held at Command Science Secondary School (Girls), Gusau, the Commandant of the school hosted an exclusive interactive session with journalists to highlight achievements and outline future plans.

Security & Crime

PDP Leaders Condole with Kasuwar Daji Community Over Bandits' Attack

The Acting Chairman of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Zamfara State, Hon. Bala Sale Gamji, under the leadership of the National Chairman of the PDP, Hon. Tanimu Turaki (SAN), paid a condolence visit to the people of Kasuwar Daji in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State following a tragic bandits' attack that claimed several lives, left many others injured, and resulted in the abduction of some residents.

Security & Crime

INSECURITY STRIKES AGAIN: NDC Mourns Alh. Bello Umar Abdullahi ST, Demands Accountability from Government over worsening Insecurity

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Zamfara State Chapter, is deeply saddened by the tragic death of Alh. Bello Umar Abdullahi ST, who reportedly succumbed to gunshot injuries sustained during a brutal attack by armed bandits. This painful loss is another grim reminder of the alarming state of insecurity that has engulfed Zamfara State. Almost every day, innocent citizens are killed, kidnapped, displaced, or robbed of their means of livelihood, while communities continue to live in fear an

Politics

IPAC frowns at lingering insecurity, socio-economic challenges in Zamfara

The Inter-party Advisory Council of Nigeria, IPAC has frowned at the lingering insecurity and socio-economic challenges confronting the people of Zamfara state. IPAC made it position over the affairs of the state known via a Press conference presided by the Chairman, Zamfara state chapter, Hon. Sulaiman Salisu, conducted on Tuesday in his office at Tudun Wada area of Gusau the state capital.

Education

AGILE to build 42 new secondary schools, reviews construction plans with consultants to strengthen Preparedness in Zamfara

The Zamfara State Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project has held a strategic review meeting with the Construction Supervision Consultants engaged for the construction of 42 new Junior and Senior Secondary Schools across the 14 Local Government Areas of the State under Sub-component 1.1. As disclosed in a statement by Bashir Kabiru Ahmad Project Communications Officer, Zamfara AGILE, the meeting which was presided over by the Component Lead, Arc. Ibrahim Ahme

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

Mahdi Gusau Denies Withdrawing from Zamfara Governorship Race

The campaign organization of Barrister Mahdi Aliyu Gusau has dismissed reports claiming that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate has withdrawn from the forthcoming Zamfara State governorship election, describing the rumours as false and misleading.

Education

Zamfara: 22 Orphans, less Privileged receive N2.5M education support from Zakkat, Sadaqat foundation

Zakkat and Sadaqat Foundation, a Lagos-based charity organisation has disbursed N2.5 million as financial educational support to 22 orphans and less-privileged children in Zamfara. The Executive Director of the Foundation, Sulayman Olagunju presented the annual financial support to the beneficiaries of the foundation in Gusau on Sunday.

Politics

Zamfara APC lauds Engr. Gumi over distribution of motorcycles, fertilizer, pumping machines to constituency members

‎Leadership of the All Progressive Congress in Zamfara state, Gummi/ Bukkuyum local government areas commended the efforts of Hon Dr Sulaiman Abubakar Gumi, member representing Gummi/Bukkuyum federal constituency, for the provision and distribution of fertilizers, pumping machines, and motorcycles to party members within the constituency.

Economy

Reps Member distributes Motorcycles, pumping machines to people of Bukkuyum in Zamfara

Hon Dr Sulaiman Abubakar Gumi, a member of the House of Representatives for Gummi/Bukkuyum federal constituency, has donated motorcycles and pumping machines to the residents of Bukkuyum Local Government Area to facilitate agricultural activities and enhance their daily operations.

Security & Crime

OPFY: Troops rescue abducted soldier, civilian in Zamfara

Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have successfully rescued two kidnapped persons during a fighting patrol in Zamfara State. As disclosed in a statement by Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja Media, information communication officer JTF, Northwest OPFY and made available to Journalists in Gusau.

Security & Crime

OPFY: Troops repel terrorists infiltration at FOB Kasuwan Daji, inflict heavy casualties, rescue 9 victims in Zamfara

Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have successfully rescued two kidnapped persons during a fighting patrol in Zamfara State. The rescue operation occurred on the morning of 29 July 2026, when troops deployed at Gwashi were conducting a fighting patrol at a terrorists' enclave in the area. During the patrol, troops rescued Lance Corporal Basiru Labbo, who was abducted on 22 July 2026 along the Zuru–Anka road, as well as Lauwali Dan Ada, a ci

Politics

Acting PDP Chairman in Zamfara Presents Appointment Letters to Some Local Government Officials

The Acting Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Zamfara State, Hon. Bala Sale Gamji, has presented appointment letters to some party officials at the local government level as part of efforts to strengthen the party's leadership structure across the state.

Health

Yari donates 145 Trucks of Maize, 42000 bags of semovita to IDPs, vulnerable households in Zamafara

The Former Governor of Zamfara State and Senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, Alhaji Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar, Marafan Sokoto, has donated 145 trucks of Maize and 42,000 bags of 10kg Semovita to Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs, and vulnerable households across 14 LGAs of Zamfara State.

Agriculture

ZAMFARA FARMERS DESERVE BETTER THAN GOVERNMENT SILENCE: A DOUBLE TRAGEDY AT BAKALORI IRRIGATION AREAS

Across communities around Bakalori Dam in Maradun, Talata Mafara, and Bakura LGAs, quelea birds first destroyed hundreds of hectares of Rice farmlands this 2026 farming season. Farmers watched helplessly as their biggest investment for the year vanished in days. We thought that was the end. We were wrong.

Education

ZLGSC trains 42 Civil Mechanical engineering section Heads, land Officers on building environment

The Zamfara State Local Government Service Commission, in collaboration with Zam Builders Ltd, has conducted a three-day training workshop for 42 sectional heads of civil, mechanical engineering, and land officers on building environment across the fourteen local government areas of the State.

Court & Judiciary

Shinkafi VS APC, INEC, Sahabi: plaintiff's lawyer assures ultimate victory as Court adjourns to 5th August

As the people of Zamfara state, Nigerians and the entire world watch with enthusiasm to see and hear the turn out of event in the legal tussle between a lone Sani Shinkafi against the state chapter of APC, INEC and Sen. Sahabi Ya'u, Barr. Bello Galadi, the plaintiff's lawyer gave assurance of victory as the court adjourned the session to August 5th 2026.