BAZAMFARA

 By Mohammed Kabir (P.A) As Zamfara State approaches the 2027 general elections, the conversation around leadership is gaining momentum. Among the voices rising above the rest is Hon. Abdulmalik Zubairu, popularly known as Zannan Bungudu — a politician whose record of service and commitment to the people positions him as a worthy candidate for the governorship. A Record of Tangible Achievements Zannan Bungudu’s tenure as a Member of the House of Representatives for Bungudu/Maru Federal Constituency has been marked by proactive service and meaningful development. Unlike many politicians whose contributions remain confined to speeches and promises, Zannan has delivered concrete results. From supporting education to empowering youths, his interventions have transformed communities and uplifted countless lives. Notably, he has provided millions of naira in scholarships to students across his constituency, ensuring that financial barriers do not limit educational opportunities. He has a...

Imad Petroleum CEO, Bashir Adamu Imad, defects with hundreds of supporters. November 10, 2025 In what appears to be another major political setback for the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Zamfara State, one of Governor Dauda Lawal’s prominent campaign financiers, Alhaji Bashir Adamu Imad, has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) along with hundreds of his supporters. Alhaji Imad, who is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Imad Petroleum Nigeria Limited, announced his defection after meeting with the state APC leader and Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, in Abuja. Speaking on his decision, Imad accused the PDP of lack of focus, poor leadership, and failure to fulfill campaign promises, which he said had led to growing dissatisfaction among party members and citizens in the state. “I decided to join the APC because I believe it offers better leadership direction and unity of purpose. The PDP in Zamfara has failed to meet the...

  Talata Mafara, Zamfara State — The Zamfara State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the party’s sole candidate for the 2027 general elections. The decision was reached during a meeting of the party stakeholders in Gusau, following a motion moved by Senator Sahabi Yau (Zamfara North) and seconded by the Member representing Maru/Bungudu Federal Constituency. Speaking at the event, Senator Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar, leader of the APC in Zamfara State and Senator representing Zamfara West, commended President Tinubu for his steadfast commitment to addressing the nation’s security challenges. Yari also called for unity among APC members, stressing that success in governance and elections can only be achieved through collective effort and harmony within the party. In his remarks, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, former Governor of Zamfara State and the current Minister of State for Defence, urged party members to shun factional politic...

  By Mohammed Kabir.  The Zamfara State Executive Council’s recent approval of the second phase of the Gusau–Magami–Dansadau Road project may appear, on the surface, as a step forward in the state’s infrastructure development. However, a closer look at the details reveals more cause for concern than celebration. At the Council’s meeting on Monday, 20th October 2025, it was announced that the first phase of the road, awarded to Dantata and Sawoe Construction Company, had seen only 10 kilometres completed out of the planned 30. Despite this poor performance, the government decided to retain the contractor — merely warning that failure to accelerate progress could lead to termination of the contract. This decision raises legitimate questions about accountability and the management of public contracts. In a state where infrastructural decay has slowed economic growth and rural development, allowing an underperforming contractor to continue sends the wrong signal. Citizens expect d...

Gusau, Zamfara State – October 11, 2025: The Health Standard Concern Organization (HESCO) has joined the global community to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child, emphasizing the need for increased investment in the rights, education, and well-being of girls across Nigeria. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Abdullahi Lawali, HESCO highlighted that this year’s theme, “Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being,” underscores the importance of collective efforts to ensure that every girl has the opportunity to reach her full potential through education, healthcare, safety, and empowerment. Lawali noted that despite global progress, many girls in Zamfara State and other parts of the country still face barriers such as early marriage, gender-based violence, limited access to quality education, and poor health services. He described these challenges as major threats to both individual growth and national development.  “Empowering girls is not ju...

  GUSAU, October 5, 2025 — The Civil Society Action Coalition on Education for All (CSACEFA), Zamfara State Chapter, has called on the state government and education stakeholders to prioritize teacher welfare, recruitment, and professional development as the world marks this year’s World Teachers’ Day themed “Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative Profession.” In a statement signed by its State Coordinator, Abdullahi Lawali Bungudu, CSACEFA commended teachers across Zamfara for their resilience and commitment to nurturing young minds despite facing insecurity, poor facilities, delayed salaries, and limited training opportunities. Bungudu noted that teachers remain the foundation of the education system and the key drivers of national development. He urged the state government to ensure prompt payment of salaries and allowances, expand recruitment, and provide regular training to enhance teacher performance. He also emphasized the need for safe and inclusive schools, calling for stro...