Dauda Lawal
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The official handle of Dauda Lawal, The Executive Governor of Zamfara State.
Abuja, Nigeria
Joined August 2021
This evening, I had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Maryam Ismail Keshinro, the newly appointed Federal Permanent Secretary from Zamfara State. Her appointment has demonstrated that we have outstanding individuals making us proud at the national level. Dr. Maryam's accomplishments
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Profound Gratitude to Allah. A big appreciation to our resilient people who took time out against the cold weather to welcome us. It is time to RESCUE ZAMFARA.#RescueZamfara
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I'm honored to be nominated among the list of 100 most reputable Africans by reputation poll International, a foremost corporation that is known globally for its ranking of the most reputable Africans around the world.
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To my beloved wife, as you add another year. I wish you Allah's grace and endless prosperity. Over the years, you have inspired me in numerous ways and made me the man I'm today. I pray Allah (SWT) protects us from all forms of evil and continue to bless our union.
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Today, I visited Hilal Hospital in Gusau to check on the health of Hajiya Maimunatu Yari. Mama is the mother of my Special Adviser on Political Matters, Yahaya Abubakar Yari, and Former Governor Abdul'aziz Abubakar Yari. She had been admitted to the hospital for some time,
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Yesterday evening, I arrived at Zamfara to an immense reception by our party's faithful, loyal supporters and well wishers who share a common goal for a better Zamfara. I immensely thank every single individual who took time out to receive us from lambar Bakura to Gusau
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I flagged off my governorship campaign yesterday in Kauran Namoda LG where I also unveiled my plans to RESCUE Zamfara. Certainly, our good people are yearning for new leadership which I’m offering. Together, we can put our State on the path of prosperity. #RescueZamfara
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Alhamdulillah for today, Alhamdulillah for everyday. Victory is from Allah. Muna masu godiya ga Allah a kodayaushe. Nasara daga Allah take!.
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This morning in Gusau, our distinguished guest, former governor of Bauchi State, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmadu Adamu Mu’azu CON (the game changer), carried out the commissioning of several major road projects that I initiated when I began my term in office a year ago, as part of
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Yesterday evening, I arrived in my hometown of Gusau where I officially announced my decision to join the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and my desire to contest the governorship primaries that will take place soon.
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I greatly appreciate the support we received from the people of Gummi local government yesterday afternoon. I heard your yearnings, and I know your aspirations. Together, we will RESCUE Zamfara and build a prosperous state for future generations. #RescueZamfara
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With a heavy heart, I extend my deepest condolences to my friend and brother, the Governor of Jigawa State, Mallam Umar Namadi, over the sad loss of his mother, Hajiya Maryam, and his son, Abdulwahab Umar Namadi. These are challenging times for the governor and his family. My
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Earlier today, at my office in Gusau, I had the pleasure of welcoming my brother and the esteemed Honourable Minister for Aviation, Festus Keyamo SAN. His visit was at my invitation and is in anticipation of the groundbreaking ceremony for the Gusau International Airport, which
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Earlier today, I attended the wedding of Clinton Oborevwori, the son of my friend and brother, His Excellency Sheriff Oborevwori, in Asaba, the capital of Delta State. I wish the couple a happy life together.
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The electrifying crowd that received us today in Shinkafi Local Government was breathtaking. Our RESCUE message has certainly been heard loud and clear, I'm optimistic our party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will emerge victorious at the coming polls.
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Earlier today, I chaired the Zamfara State Security Council meeting, where important issues were discussed. We are achieving significant successes with positive outcomes in our fight against banditry. I urged the heads of security agencies to intensify their efforts, and I
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@atiku Our hard work to turn things around in Zamfara is beginning to yield the desired results despite some setbacks, especially in security, which we are working tirelessly to surmount. Your acknowledgment of our efforts is well received with humility and appreciation, sir, and this.
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Last night, I attended the Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF) meeting in Abuja, where important developmental issues were discussed ahead of today's National Economic Council meeting at the villa.
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By Allah's will, His grace, and Benevolence, today, the 29th of May, happens to be a year since I took the oath of office as the Executive Governor of Zamfara State. During this period, I have worked sincerely to achieve and actualize our desired state. My administration
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I thank you immensely the people of Anka LG for your positive turnout during our campaign rally earlier yesterday. I was particularly moved by the solidarity shown toward us by an eminent grandmother, and our mother, Hajiya Dije Sani who came
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I took my RESCUE message to my people of Tsafe LG that have consistently shown me and my party, the @OfficialPDPNig so much solidarity and goodwill, today was no different. We are indebted to you for your tremendous support which I hold dearly. Thank you. #RescueZamfara
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Yesterday evening, I joined family, friends, well wishers, and political associates of the National Chairman of our great party, the @OfficialPDPNig, Sen. Iyorchia Ayu, in celebration of his 70th birthday anniversary at the International Conference Center (ICC) in Abuja.
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With immense delight and a profound sense of accomplishment, we commenced the construction of the Gusau International Airport, an endeavor graced by the esteemed presence of the Honorable Minister of Aviation, Mr. Festus Keyamo SAN. The economic advantages of the Gusau
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I joined other guber candidates of our party, @OfficialPDPNig in a meeting with our Presidential candidate, @atiku along with his running mate Gov. @IAOkowa. We discussed critical issues where we put forth solutions to solving those problems in our bid to rescue our Nation.
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Earlier today, I participated in the first Northwest Security Summit organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in collaboration with the Katsina government at the banquet hall in Katsina State, alongside other North West governors. During my presentation, I
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Thank you to the good people of Shinkafi for yesterday, our next stop is Tsafe. We will not stop until we RESCUE Zamfara, In Shaa Allah. #RescueZamfara
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To the good people of Bakura and Talata-Mafara Local Governments, I thank you most sincerely for coming out in great numbers to receive us and listen to our campaign message yesterday, you have shown us tremendous support which I appreciate most sincerely.
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Earlier in Kano, I joined gubernatorial candidates of the @OfficialPDPNig from the North West Zone at a stakeholders’ meeting on the behest of our Presidential candidate, @atiku, and his running mate Gov. @IAOkowa. The gathering was productive,
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Today, I was joined by my deputy to decorate my long-serving orderly, Hussaini Rilwanu, with the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP). Hussaini was promoted to ASP II from the rank of Inspector on the 5th of August 2024 by the Inspector General of Police. I wish him
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This morning in Abuja, at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Secretariat, I received the INEC's Certificate of Return after my victory in the recently concluded gubernatorial primary elections of our great party.
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I joined other governors of the Peoples Democratic Party in a meeting of the PDP Governors’ Forum at the Enugu State Government House in Enugu on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. During the meeting, we discussed a wide range of issues crucial to our national interests, including the
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Earlier today in New York, I and other governors met with the Vice President, His Excellency Kashim Shettima, GCON. The Vice President will represent Nigeria, deliver the country's national statement, and participate in various high-level meetings at the 79th United Nations
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Yesterday, we had the pleasure of meeting with the newly sworn-in President of Ghana, His Excellency John Mahama. I, along with the governors of Adamawa, Delta, Plateau, and Taraba, traveled to Ghana to celebrate a new era of leadership.
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Yesterday, I attended a meeting with other governors of our great party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Taraba State. The meeting was chaired by His Excellency Bala Mohammed, the chairman of the PDP Governors' Forum and the Governor of Bauchi State. While in Taraba, we
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Today, I received the Atiku Northwest Mobilization group led by its DG, Hon Anas Galadima, in my Abuja office. We discussed matters arising, the PDPs’ gains so far, and the upcoming 2023 elections. I also appreciated the group's gesture of donating valuable campaign souvenirs.
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I was in Maru Local Government earlier to commiserate with the family of Alhaji Bala Maru, Wazirin Maru, who passed away in the early hours of today. Out of respect for the deceased and the good people of Maru, I and my party, the @OfficialPDPNig in Zamfara suspended
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I had the great pleasure of hosting a high-level United Nations delegation led by Mr. Oliver Stolpe, UNODC Country Representative, and his team. The primary purpose of their visit and our meeting is to collaborate and address challenges related to insecurity and drug abuse in our
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It was with great pleasure and a sense of fulfillment earlier today when I returned to Gummi in the company of our guest of honor, His Eminence Sa'adu Mohammad Abubakar III OFR, the sultan of Sokoto, to commission the Tsangaya integrated School in the ancient town of Gummi before
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INNA LILLAHI WA INNA ILAIHIRAJI’UN! . I received with great sadness the news of the demise of the Zamfara State People's Democratic Party (PDP) chairman, Ahmed Sani Kaura, Ph.D. Our chairman, upon his sudden death,.
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Earlier this afternoon, I engaged with our fourteen (14) local government's sole administrators in my office, and we discussed and proposed solutions on matters of state interest, with security being our primary focus. This is part of my administration’s efforts to address
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Yesterday, our political party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), won the bye-election in Shinkafi LG. As a result, Hon. Mustapha Usman has been declared the new State Assembly Member representing the constituency. This victory confirms the excellent work done by our party.
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Privileged to be recognized alongside Kenya’s president, William K. Ruto, Ethiopia’s president, Sahle Work-Zedwa, former president of Nigeria,@EbeleJonathanG, and other eminent Africans in the 100 most reputable Africans by @reputationpoll for the business category.
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I was honored to serve as the chief host at the 2nd pre-convocation lecture at the Federal University Gusau, where my brother and colleague, the Executive Governor of Katsina State, His Excellency Dikko Umaru Radda, PhD, delivered a lecture titled "Insecurity and educational
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I led a delegation of our State party officials to pay a courtesy visit to the Presidential Candidate of the @OfficialPDPNig, H.E @atiku. During the visit, the former Vice President received Veteran politicians that recently decamped from the (APC) to our great party.
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