JAMILU SANI TSAFE
The Zamfara State Deputy Governor Mani Malam Mummuni (Masamar Mudi) has inaugurated the Committee for the 30th Anniversary Celebration of the creation of Zamfara State, with a charge to members to deliver an inclusive, people-centred and memorable celebration.
The inaugural meeting was held at the Government House, Gusau, and brought together distinguished personalities drawn from the state’s political leadership, public service, traditional institutions, academia, religious organisations and other sectors.
Speaking as Chairman of the Committee, the Deputy Governor welcomed members on behalf of Governor Dr. Dauda Lawal and thanked them for accepting the responsibility.
He noted that, the presence and commitment of members reflected their dedication to the progress and development of Zamfara State.
Zamfara State was created on 1st October 1996 out of the then Sokoto State. The Deputy Governor said, the creation was driven by aspirations for development, peace, identity and prosperity for the people.
According to him, the 30th anniversary provides a unique opportunity for Zamfara people to reflect on the state’s three-decade journey, celebrate achievements and milestones, acknowledge challenges and recognize the resilience of the people.
Mani said, the celebration will showcase progress recorded in key sectors, particularly education, health, agriculture and good governance, while also highlighting the state’s cultural heritage, potentials and developmental prospects.
The Deputy Governor charged the committee to ensure the anniversary honours the founding fathers and recognizes individuals who have played significant roles in the development of Zamfara over the past 30 years.
He stressed that, the celebration should not only focus on the past but should also provide a platform for setting a clear vision for the future and inspiring renewed commitment to the development of the state.
The committee, which comprises more than 40 distinguished personalities, was deliberately constituted to reflect broad representation across different sectors and generations of leadership.
Members include former Deputy Governors, former Secretaries to the State Government, former Heads of Civil Service, serving government officials, members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, traditional and religious stakeholders, academics and other prominent citizens.
The Speaker of the Zamfara State House of Assembly will serve as Vice Chairman, while the Head of Civil Service, Malam Yakubu Sani Haidara, MNI, will serve as Secretary of the Committee.
The Deputy Governor directed the committee to develop a clear work plan, establish appropriate sub-committees, prepare budget proposals and set realistic timelines for the successful implementation of anniversary activities.
He called on members to bring their wealth of experience, expertise and dedication to bear on the assignment, urging them to work with unity of purpose, transparency and a strong spirit of service.
