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 Governor Bello Mohammed Matawallen of Zamfara state has dissolved all  his commissioners and political appointees with immediate effect.

This was contained in a statement issued to press by the Special Adviser on Media and Public Enlightement, office of the Executive Governor, Mallam Zailani Bappa on Monday, 31st May 2021.

Other political office holders dissolved according to the statement also includes, Secretary to the State Government, Chief of Staff  Deputy Chief of Staff, all Chairmen and members of the state Commissions and Boards members of various agencies. 

The statement however, stated that the dissolutions does not affect Commissions provided for by the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

 “all Honorable Commissioners would hand over the affairs of their ministries to their respective permanent secretaries, except Ministry of Security and Home Affairs which will be overseen by Rtd DIG Mohammed Ibrahim Tsafe”  the statement further stated.

The statement further directed Chairmen of Commissions and Boards are also to hand over the affairs of their various commissions to their most senior directors.  

While Head of Service, Kabiru Balarabe to oversee the affairs of the Office of the Secretary to the State Government respectively.

  Speaker, Zamfara State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Nasiru Ma,azu Magarya has lauded the efforts of Governor Bello Muhammad (Matawallen Maradun) over the achievements he recorded within the second year of his administration and rated him best among his  contemporaries in the areas of purposeful leadership and institutionalising good governance from the grassroots to the top echelon of the authority.

  In a statement issued to press through his Director General on Media and Publicity Mallam  Mustapha Jafar in preparation for the 2nd year anniversary celebration, the Speaker described the giant strides of  governor Bello Matawalle within the period under review had transformed Zamfara from hitherto war torn to a vibrant state basking of economic  activities.

 While commending the state governor for his developmental projects and total overhaulling of the State House of Assembly which is second to be known in the entire northern region as well as provision of critical public infrastructures for Zamfara citizens would no doubt contributes the economic development of the state.

  He furthermore applauded the charismatic efforts of the state governor in handling the security issues through kinetic and non kinetic approach a situation that led to the achievements of relative peace in the state.

  ” the establishment of public procurement Directorate in the state puts governor Matawalle as compassionate, humble, prudent and accountable leader whose mission is to always be transparent in government dealings as well as award of  contracts” he noted.

  The statement further quoted the Speaker,s conveyances of 6th Assembly and their heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency for marking his administration second year in office and called on people in the state to continue in supporting the his administration quest to take the state to the next level.

Zamfara Speaker felicitate with Gov. Matawalle over 2nd year in office

From Surajo Muhammad

  Speaker, Zamfara State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Nasiru Ma,azu Magarya has lauded the efforts of Governor Bello Muhammad (Matawallen Maradun) within the second year of his administration and rated him the performing Governor among his  contemporaries in the areas of purposeful leadership and institutionalising governance from the grassroots to the top echelon of the authority.

  In a statement issued to press through his Director General on Media and Publicity, Mallam  Mustapha Jafar where he described the giant strides of  governor Bello Matawalle which transformed Zamfara from hitherto war torn to a vibrant state basking of economic  activities.

 While commending governor on his developmental projects particularly the total overhaul of the state House of Assembly which is second to known in the entire northern region as well as provision of critical public infrastructures for Zamfara citizens, Speaker Magarya described him as a visionary leader with mission for the state.

  He further applauded the charismatic efforts of the state governor in handling the security issues through kinetic and non kinetic approach a situation that led to the achievements of relative peace in the state.

  ” the establishment of public procurement Directorate in the state puts governor Matawalle as compassionate, humble, prudent and accountable leader whose mission is to always be transparent in government dealings as well as award of  contracts” he noted.

  The statement further quoted the Speaker,s conveyances of 6th Assembly and their heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency for marking his administration second year in office and called on people in the state to continue in supporting the his administration quest to take the state to the next level.

ZAMFARA STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE

28TH MAY 2O21

Zamfara CP urges residents to support Security to discharge their mandates effectively

Our Reporter

Zamfara State Police Command has embarked on indefinite show of Force and confidence building patrol to all the strategic areas of the state.

In a statement issued to by command Public Relations Officer, SP Muhammad Shahu said the show of force which comprises operatives from all the Police Tactical units of the command is being commanded by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, DCP Elkana N. Ayuba and assisted by two Commanding officers of 42/78 PMF Squadrons. and CTU Base 18, Gusau.

According to the PPRO, the show of Force is designed to complement and strengthen the operational capacity of Police operatives, currently operating in different strategic locations that are prone to activities of recalcitrant armed bandits.

In the same vien, the statement further stated that, the Commissioner of Police also deployed additional manpower to Zurmi town with a view to support Police and other security operatives in tackling the increasing security challenges in the area.

The Commissioner of Police while briefing the operatives at police command Headquarters, Gusau charged them to be security conscious of themselves, and also operate in consonance with the constitutional provision and other extant laws. This is to give them the encouragement to protect the civil populace and their properties.

While apealing for continued support to the police and other security agencies in discharging their mandates effectively, CP Hassan Rabiu assured the general public on the command’s unalloyed commitment and determination to protect their lives and properties across the state,.

POSITION OF ZAMFARA STATE GOVERNMENT ON ESCALATING BANDITRY ATTACKS IN SOME COMMUNITIES IN THE STATE

By : Zailani Bappa

Following the recent escalation and the wave of attacks by bandits in some parts of the State, it has become necessary for the Government to further explain its previous and current position as well as additional measures being taken to contain the situation.

The administration of His Excellency, Governor Bello Mohammed accords security a topmost attention. Since its inception precisely two years ago , it has carefully examined the situation and evaluated the available options. It consequently decided on the best way to address the lingering crisis that was increasingly assuming intercommunal and ethnic dimensions through dialogue and reconciliation with the feuding parties. This is in consideration of the fact that no meaningful development could be achieved if decisive and workable steps are not taken to address the problem at hand.

In addition to the dialogue and reconciliation programme, the administration of Governor Bello Matawalle provided all the needed support required by our security agencies to enable them carry out their statutory responsibility more effectively. As you may recall, one of these is the procurement and distribution of 200 brand new vehicles to the security forces. There are a host of other supports being extended to the security forces by the administration.

In spite of employment of both kinetic and non-kinetic strategy to defeat this nagging problem, the recent escalation in attacks by bandits in some parts of the State is a serious source of concern. It appears, or even certain, that some forces are bent on frustrating the efforts of this administration to address the security challenge. It is inconceivable that these attacks have been conducted despite the effective deployment of troops across all the blackspots in the State.

In the above light, the Hon Commissioner of Security and Home Affairs, Alh. Abubakar Muhammad Dauran, had observed that part of the hurdles hindering the success of the fight against banditry in the State is the lack of quick response by the Security forces in the wake of attacks by bandits. Hence, all commanders deployed in the state are enjoined to take necessary measures that will ensure rapid response to distress calls.

Government is aware of the challenges faced by security commands especially as they seemed obviously overstretched. In spite of the obvious shortfall, Government requests that special consideration should be given to Zamfara State in terms of the deployment of more forces for quicker response to all security threats.

Just as His Excellency, Governor Bello Mohammed Matawalle commends the overall of assessment of gallantry and commitment of our troops and other security operatives in the state, the Government and good people of Zamfara State will always thank and appreciate President Muhammadu Buhari for the concern and total support he shows on the plight of Zamfara citizens in the ongoing fight against banditry and other criminalities.

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