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Zamfara Governor, Dauda Lawal Shakes Up Cabinet, Moves Budget ... Share Tweet In a strategic cabinet reshuffle, Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has redeployed the Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Hon. Abdulmalik Gajam, to head the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology. Stepping into Gajam’s former role is Professor Yahaya Zakari, who was officially sworn in as a member of the State Executive Council on Monday, June 29. The announcement was made by the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, who confirmed that the changes take immediate effect. Governor Lawal urged both appointees to approach their new assignments with renewed vigor, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to advancing the administration’s flagship “Rescue Agenda.” The cabinet shake-up comes on the heels of a high-level Executive Council meeting, where members gathered to review ongoing projects, assess policy implementation, and chart strategic pathways for accelerated development across Zamfara. The weekly sessions, a hallmark of Governor Lawal’s governance style, continue to serve as a critical platform for ensuring accountability, tracking progress, and fine-…

Governor Dauda Lawal Swears in New Commissioner, Reshuffles Cabinet News Politics Dec 9 2024 GOVERNOR DAUDA LAWAL SWEARS IN NEW COMMISSIONER, RESHUFFLES CABINET PRESS STATEMENT GOVERNOR DAUDA LAWAL SWEARS IN NEW COMMISSIONER, RESHUFFLES CABINET Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal rejigged his cabinet and assigned a portfolio to the newly sworn-in commissioner. On Monday, Governor Dauda Lawal chaired the Zamfara State Executive Council, during which the new commissioner was sworn in. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the governor made a minor cabinet reshuffle in the portfolios of commissioners. The statement added that Kaura’s appointment follows Mannir Muazu Haidara’s resignation as Commissioner and his subsequent election as Chairman of Kaura Namoda Local Government Area. During the swearing-in, Governor Lawal stressed that Kasimu Sani Kaura’s selection to represent Kaura Namoda Local Government Area in the cabinet was informed by his competent service to his community and the state in general. He said, “His appointment is an affirmation of this Administration’s resolve to continue tapping from the pool of available capacity and the fo…

Zamfara : Gov LAWAL SWEARS IN 18 COMMISSIONERS, ASSIGNS PORTFOLIOS Zamfara : Gov LAWAL SWEARS IN 18 COMMISSIONERS, ASSIGNS PORTFOLIOS Lifestyle Zamfara : Gov LAWAL SWEARS IN 18 COMMISSIONERS, ASSIGNS PORTFOLIOS By Ibrahim Kanoma Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has inaugurated 18 newly appointed commissioners that would constitute the State Executive Council. The inauguration ceremony was held atCouncil Chambers, Government House, Gusau where the new appointees were also assigned portfolios immediately after the oath-taking. A statement by the Spokesperson to the Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said that the 18 newly appointed commissioners were experts from various professions. He noted that the oaths of office were administered to the newly appointed commissioners by the Zamfara State Chief Judge, Justice Kulu Aliyu. The Statement read in parts: “Governor Dauda Lawal tasked the newly inaugurated commissioners to double their efforts because they would be assessed by the Key performance index (KPIs). “The performance index will form the basis of appraising their productivity against the requirements of the job assigned to them by the Governor. “Governor Dauda Lawal further rei…

Zamfara: Governor Lawal Reshuffles Cabinet, Appoints Three Officials Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle involving three commissioners as part of efforts to strengthen governance and improve service delivery in the state. The governor also approved the appointment of three officials into key government positions. Naija News reports that the development was announced by the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, in a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant on Media in the Office of the SSG, Suleman Ahmad Tudu. Nakwada said the changes were aimed at repositioning key ministries for greater efficiency and effective implementation of the administration’s Rescue Agenda. Under the reshuffle, the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Hon. Abdulrahman Tumbido, was moved to the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources. The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Kasimu Yahya Kaura, was redeployed to the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development. Also, Hon. Tasiu Musa Shinkafi was moved from the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development to the Min…

Gov Lawal reshuffles cabinet, redeploys three commissioners Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle involving three commissioners as part of efforts to reposition key ministries for improved service delivery. The development was announced by the Secretary to the State Government, Abubakar Nakwada, in a statement made available to journalists. Under the reshuffle, Abdulrahaman Tumbido was redeployed from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, while Kasimu Yahya Kaura moved from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources to the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development. Tasiu Musa Shinkafi was redeployed from the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. According to the state government, the redeployment is aimed at enhancing efficiency and strengthening the implementation of government programmes across the affected ministries. The reshuffle takes immediate effect, with the governor directing the affected commissioners to complete all handover processes within one week. Lawal also urged the commissioners to bring renewed commitment and dedication to…

Gov Lawal Approves Minor Cabinet Shake-Up in Zamfara Latest Nigeria News Top News Gov Lawal Approves Minor Cabinet Shake-Up in Zamfara Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle involving three Commissioners The move according to the Governor is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and enhance service delivery across the State. Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Abubakar Nakwada announced the development in a press stated…... By TVCNews June 13, 2026 4:23 PM GMT+1 Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle involving three Commissioners The move according to the Governor is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and enhance service delivery across the State. Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Abubakar Nakwada announced the development in a press stated through his media aid, Suleiman Ahmed Tudu and made available to newsmen The statement adds that the redeployment is aimed at strategically repositioning key Ministries for greater efficiency and effective implementation of the Administration’s Rescue Agenda. Bandits Hold 39 Elders Captive During Peace Deal in Zamfara Troops Arrest S…

Zamfara Gov Approves Cabinet Reshuffle - Leadership News Dauda Lawal Governor Dr. Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle involving three commissioners which he said was part of efforts to strengthen governance and enhance service delivery. Announcing this in a statement signed by Suleman Ahmad Tudu, the senior special assistant (media), office of the Secretary to the State Government, the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, said the redeployment was aimed at strategically srepositioning key ministries for greater efficiency and effective implementation of the administration’s Rescue Agenda. The  affected commissioners are Hon. Abdulrahaman Tumbido, redeployed from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Kasimu Yahya Kaura, redeployed from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources to the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development and Hon. Tasiu Musa Shinkafi, redeployed from the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The statement said the redeployment took immediate effect. Governor Lawal directed the a…

Governor Dauda Lawal reshuffles cabinet, harps on strengthening ... His Excellency, Dr. Dauda Lawal, Executive Governor of Zamfara State, has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle involving three Honourable Commissioners as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and enhance service delivery across the State. Announcing the development, the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, stated that the redeployment is aimed at strategically repositioning key Ministries for greater efficiency and effective implementation of the Administration’s Rescue Agenda. The affected Commissioners are: I. Hon. Abdulrahaman Tumbido, redeployed from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources; II. Hon. Kasimu Yahya Kaura, redeployed from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources to the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development; and III. Hon. Tasiu Musa Shinkafi, redeployed from the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The redeployment takes immediate effect. Governor Lawal has directed the affected Commissioners to ensure a smooth transition and complete all nece…

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