Governor Dauda Lawal has nominated Professor Yahaya Zakari Abdullahi as a commissioner and member of the Zamfara State Executive Council.
The nomination was forwarded to the Zamfara State House of Assembly by the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, for screening and confirmation in accordance with constitutional provisions.
According to a statement issued by Suleman Ahmad Tudu, Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Secretary to the State Government, the Assembly screened and confirmed the appointment during its 177th sitting held on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
Professor Zakari is widely recognised for his contributions to the education sector and public administration, with over two decades of experience in academia, policy formulation, and institutional leadership.
He previously served as the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of Zamfara State University.
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