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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.
It has been reported that a Nigerian won the 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship, which was held in Shanghai, China. The winner, Chinedu Great Okdediachi, has now returned home to Delta State after his victory.
It can be noted that the student had already emerged as one of the Gold Award winners in the Middle School Group category.
“Congratulations once again, Chinedu! Your success continues to inspire young Nigerians to pursue excellence through education. Welcome home, Champion!”
The young star has made Nigeria proud by winning the international competition.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.
He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”
The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.
However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.
Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.
He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.
He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”
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