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Zamfara State Unveils Ambitious N426 Billion Budget for 2025 at Stakeholders’ Meeting
The zamfara state Government’s ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, held a meeting to discuss the 2025 budget.Held at the JB Yakubu Secretariat in Gusau, the state capital, this meeting was part of Governor Dauda Lawal’s “renewed hope” agenda for a transformative Zamfara.
Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning Abdulmalik Gajam, who chairs the state’s economic planning committee, emphasized that the meeting was designed to shape a budget that directly uplifts the standard of living for Zamfara residents. “This 2025 budget stakeholders’ meeting was crafted to create a solid framework for a prosperous and reimagined Zamfara State,” Gajam stated.
He revealed a proposed budget of N426 billion for 2025, marking a substantial increase from last year. Improved revenue generation has been noted this year, as several leakages were identified and addressed. Gajam highlighted the focus on capital development, with substantial projects underway, particularly in primary healthcare and education, sectors in which the state recently declared an emergency.
The Commissioner reiterated that Governor Lawal’s administration is committed to prudent resource management and accountability, with a vision to bring positive change to the people.
In a show of support, the Emirs of Zamfara, represented by Alhaji Attahiru Mohammed Anka, Emir of Anka and chairman of the state council of chiefs, commended the administration’s due diligence in implementing the 2024 budget. He also praised Governor Lawal’s proactive efforts in ensuring timely pension and gratuity payments for state employees.
Nigerian comedian Seyi Law takes to social media as he defends President Bola Tinubu. The comedian stated that the president has done a lot in his administration and claimed that Nigeria is safer and economically sound under his administration.
He then compared how things now to past years under the administration of others, and shared how things were bad. He claimed that now the economy is stabilized.
“Nigeria is safer now than 10 years ago. This government has killed more bandits than any government in Nigeria since the time of Jonathan. When last have you heard of bomb blast in Nigeria?”
It has been reported that fire occurred at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos (MMIA), Terminal 1. This fire incident occurred on Monday, 23rd of February, 2026.
Passengers at that terminal were spotted running away for safety after seeing the fire and the alarm.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) released a statement and shared that no life was lost and people were saved and avoided danger.
It has been reported that Kano State has closed down all entertainment spots across the state. This was stated to happen because of the ongoing Ramadan fast.
The federal government shared that the new law will take place from 18th of February, 10 pm, till the last day of Ramadan. This is in order for the people participating in it to truly focus on the fast.
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