In a significant move, Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has officially appointed Sole Administrators, Secretaries, and Supervisory Councillors for each of the 14 Local Government Areas. This decision, announced by the Governor’s spokesperson Sulaiman Bala Idris in a statement released in Gusau on Friday, underscores the careful selection process based on the appointees’ past achievements and track records.
Governor Lawal’s primary objective in making these appointments is to serve the people of Zamfara effectively. The Secretary to the State Government, Mallam Abubakar Nakwada, confirmed the inclusion of Local Government Secretaries and Supervisory Councillors in the appointments. The individuals appointed to these crucial positions are as follows:
Bashar Musa Anka, Sole Administrator for Anka Local Government
Sa’idu Danbala, Sole Administrator for Bakura Local Government
Isiyaka Ibrahim (Majasirdin Birnin Magaji), Sole Administrator for Birnin Magaji Local Government
Nasiru Muhammad, Sole Administrator for Bukkuyum Local Government
Nura Umar Bungudu, Sole Administrator for Bungudu Local Government
Aminu Nuhu, Sole Administrator for Gummi Local Government
Yahaya Garba, Sole Administrator for Gusau Local Government
Kasimu Sani Kaura, Sole Administrator for Kauran Namoda Local Government
Yahaya Giwa Maradun, Sole Administrator for Maradun Local Government
Yusuf Sani Bindi, Sole Administrator for Maru Local Government
Lukman Jafar, Sole Administrator for Talatan Mafara Local Government
Aliyu Adamu Barmo, Sole Administrator for Tsafe Local Government
Junaidu Muhammad Barade, Sole Administrator for Shinkafi Local Government
Aminu Atiku Zurmi, Sole Administrator for Zurmi Local Government
It is important to note that these appointments are for a duration of six months and are subject to confirmation by the Zamfara State House of Assembly. However, the confirmation process does not extend to the Secretaries of the Local Government Areas and the Supervisory Councillors, as stated in the official statement.
By appointing competent individuals to oversee the administration of the Local Government Areas, Governor Lawal aims to enhance governance, promote development initiatives, and ensure effective service delivery to the people of Zamfara State.