7 h. ago Zamfara APC Condemns Political Manipulation Of Judiciary By Governor Lawal

The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on Governor Dauda Lawal to halt the judicial harassment of state lawmakers who have opted to form a parallel assembly. The statement was made available to newsmen on Sunday, May 4, 2025. The APC emphasised that this move was made to foster peace […] The post Zamfara APC Condemns Political Manipulation Of Judiciary By Governor Lawal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago PAPSD Condemns State Of Emergency Calls On Zamfara, Labels Move Politically

The Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development (PAPSD) has strongly condemned growing calls for a state of emergency declaration in Zamfara State, describing the agitation as politically-motivated, unconstitutional, and a desperate attempt to derail Governor Dauda Lawal’s developmental agenda. In a press statement released on Saturday in Abuja, PAPSD’s Executive Director, Dr. […]

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64 h. ago I can’t join PDP, APC is my home – Kebbi Gov dismisses defection rumours

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi  Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, has vowed that he will be the last man standing in APC. Idris spoke in Birnin Kebbi while reacting to a viral online report that five Governors are pondering on defecting from APC to another enclave including himself. Addressing hundreds of APC  stakeholders, including […] The post I can’t join PDP, APC is my home – Kebbi Gov dismisses defection rumours appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Workers’ Day: Kebbi governor promises more for workers’ welfare

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr Nasir Idris has pledged to further enhance workers’ welfare in the state. Speaking at the Workers’ Day celebration on Thursday, May 1, at Haliru Abdul Stadium in Birnin Kebbi, Idris noted his administration’s achievements, including implementing the ₦75,000 minimum wage, clearing pension and gratuity arrears, and […] The post Workers’ Day: Kebbi governor promises more for workers’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Kebbi Gov declares NYSC 2025 batch A stream 1 orientation course open

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris has officially declared open the 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream I orientation course of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Idris, represented by the Commissioner for Youth Development and Sports, Hon. Nura Bala Fingila, who also serves as the Chairman of the State NYSC Governing […] The post Kebbi Gov declares NYSC 2025 batch A stream 1 orientation course open appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Members Hold Parallel Sittings As Crisis Rocks Zamfara Assembly

The Zamfara State House of Assembly has been factionalised with the emergence of two parallel Assembly sittings being conducted by its members, all urging Governor Dauda Lawal to represent the 2025 appropriation bill and address insecurity in one month. Two separate assembly sittings were held on Wednesday. Ten out of 24 members of the state […]

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1 week ago Zamfara: UNDP applauds Governor Lawal’s commitment to projects’ counterpart funding

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has praised Governor Dauda Lawal for his commitment to providing counterpart funding for a number of projects to benefit the people of Zamfara State. The UNDP Head of the North-West Nigeria Office, Ashraf Usman, spoke on Wednesday at the launch of the North-West Prevention Facility Project in Gusau. According […] The post Zamfara: UNDP applauds Governor Lawal’s commitment to projects’ counterpart funding appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago UNDP Hails Gov Lawal, Says Zamfara Gov’t Exemplary To Others On Counterpart Funding

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has praised Governor Dauda Lawal for his commitment to providing counterpart funding to benefit the people of Zamfara State. On Wednesday, the UNDP launched the North-West Prevention Facility Project at the Garba Nadama Hall at the State Secretariat, Gusau, the State capital. A statement by the spokesperson of the […]

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1 week ago Power outage: Kebbi Gov sets up committee to investigate persistent blackout despite N150m to KAEDCO

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris has constituted a committee headed by the Deputy Governor, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida, to investigate and address the persistent power outages in Kebbi State. Idris who stated this while speaking with newsmen shortly after attending a meeting of the Kebbi Elders Consultative Forum on […] The post Power outage: Kebbi Gov sets up committee to investigate persistent blackout despite N150m to KAEDCO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Easter: Kebbi Gov felicitates with Christians, says occasion season for sober reflection

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has felicitated with Christian faithful on the occasion of 2025 Easter. In a message to Christian community in the state on Sunday, the governor described the season as a period of sober reflection. It could be recalled that Easter was […] The post Easter: Kebbi Gov felicitates with Christians, says occasion season for sober reflection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Insecurity: Zamfara Elders Berate Gov Lawal For ‘Hijacking’ Federal Gov’t Credit

The Zamfara State Elders Forum has criticised Governor Dauda Lawal for attempting to take credit for recent security improvements in the North-West, accusing him of political opportunism and failing to deliver on his campaign promises. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Zamfara Elders Forum, through its secretary, Dr Alhaji Umaru Yusuf Tsafe, described the […]

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2 w. ago Be good ambassadors of Kebbi in Saudi Arabia, Deputy Governor counsels students on scholarship

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Deputy Governor of Kebbi State, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida, has admonished students preparing to study in universities across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to be worthy ambassadors of the State and Nigeria. Tafida who represented the Governor Nasir Idris at the commencement of a screening exercise and capacity-building workshop […] The post Be good ambassadors of Kebbi in Saudi Arabia, Deputy Governor counsels students on scholarship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Zamfara governor claims he inherited only N4m amidst huge liabilities

The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has opened up about the challenges and progress his administration has faced since he assumed office. In an interview with Arise TV on Monday, Lawal stated that when he took over office from the ex- governor Bello Matawalle, Zamfara was a “mess in every aspect” with widespread insecurity, Read More

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2 w. ago Zamfara airport to begin operations in four months – Gov Lawal

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has announced that the state’s airport is nearing completion and is expected to be operational within the next four months. In an interview with Arise TV aired on Monday, Lawal emphasised the importance of the airport in addressing one of the state’s accessibility. The governor pointed out the difficulties Read More

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3 w. ago My wife’s divine wisdom and humanitarian work boosted my career – Kebbi governor

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr Nasir Idris has praised his first wife, Hajia Zainab Nasir Idris, for her divine wisdom and humanitarian efforts. He says these helped him succeed in politics. He spoke at the 3rd anniversary and launch of the Support Fund for Nasara Women Development Foundation, started by Hajia […] The post My wife’s divine wisdom and humanitarian work boosted my career – Kebbi governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Makinde seeks US partnership in education, agribusiness, and solid minerals

By Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Oyo State Governor ‘Seyi Makinde has reiterated his administration’s dedication to forming strategic partnerships with the United States in key areas like solid minerals development, agribusiness, education, and energy. Speaking through Deputy Governor Barrister Abdulraheem Bayo Lawal during a courtesy visit by a US Consulate delegation from Lagos, led by Kenise […] The post Makinde seeks US partnership in education, agribusiness, and solid minerals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Zamfara workers applaud Lawal’s appointment of NLC official as perm sec

There was a celebration in Gusau town, the Zamfara State capital, on Saturday night, following the appointment of an official of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Sani Abubakar Bukkuyum, as a permanent secretary by Governor Dauda Lawal. Until his appointment as permanent secretary, Comrade Bukkuyum was the Chairman, National Union of Public Service Reportorial Secretarial, Data Read More

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3 w. ago Kebbi governor donates N50 million to families of vigilantes killed in Lakurawa attack

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris has donated N50 million to support the families of vigilantes killed and those injured during an attack by suspected Lakurawa bandits on Sunday, April 6. The governor made the announcement on Monday during a condolence visit to Yola District in Augie Local Government Area, […] The post Kebbi governor donates N50 million to families of vigilantes killed in Lakurawa attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Coalition Accuses Zamfara Gov Of Betraying Minimum Wage Agreement

A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) under the umbrella of Zamfara Patriotic Citizens, has strongly criticised Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, for allegedly failing to honour the tripartite agreement on the implementation of the minimum wage in the State. The group described his actions as a betrayal of the oath of office and the […]

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last month Gov Lawal Promises Revenue Boost As Security Improves In Zamfara C

Governor of Zamfara State Dauda Lawal has assured that the state’s revenue will increase following significant improvements in security across the state. The governor made the pronouncement when he visited the sites and mining factories in the Anka and Maru local government areas of the state. In a statement, the governor’s spokesman, Suleiman Bala Idris […]

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