The Leadership of North-West Development Commission led by the Board Chairman, Alhaji Lawal Sama’ila Abdullahi and the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, alongside other board members, paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Governor of Zamfara State, His Excellency Dauda Lawal, at the Government House in Gusau.

The visit was part of the commission’s ongoing engagements with key stakeholders in the region to foster collaboration and accelerate the implementation of its mandate.

Speaking during the visit, the Chairman of the Commission, Alhaji Lawan Isma’ila Abdullahi Yakawada, expressed his deep connection with Zamfara State and commended the governor for his dedication to addressing the state’s developmental challenges.

“We are here for a courtesy visit to get acquainted with your administration and to reaffirm our commitment to working closely with Zamfara State. I told my colleagues that coming to Zamfara is like coming home because of the strong relationships we have built here over the years.

“This commission is your baby, Your Excellency. Fortunately, the Northwest is the largest geopolitical zone in the country, and the challenges before us are vast.

We have developed a 10-year strategic development plan to address these challenges comprehensively, ensuring sustainable growth and development across the North West region.”

Alhaji Yakawada assured Governor Lawal of the commission’s readiness to collaborate in addressing critical issues such as insecurity, poverty, unemployment, illiteracy, and ecological concerns. He emphasized that the NWDC would align its interventions with the state government’s priorities to ensure maximum impact.

In response, Governor Dauda Lawal welcomed the delegation and reiterated his strong support for the Northwest Development Commission. He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for establishing the commission, describing it as a timely initiative to address the pressing developmental needs of the region.

“The Northwest Development Commission's mandate aligns with my administration’s six-point rescue agenda, which focuses on security, agriculture, education, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic empowerment. Zamfara State remains committed to working with the commission to achieve sustainable development and improve the lives of our people,” the governor stated.

Governor Lawal further assured the commission of his administration’s full cooperation and support in facilitating its activities in Zamfara. He expressed optimism that the commission’s interventions would significantly contribute to resolving the state’s security challenges, which are deeply rooted in socio-economic factors.

The visit marked an important step towards fostering a strong partnership between the Northwest Development Commission and the Zamfara State Government, setting the stage for impactful projects and initiatives aimed at revitalizing the region’s development.

11th March, 2025.