The Zamfara State Government has formed a 38-member fundraising committee to support the State Security Trust Fund, an initiative created by Governor Dauda Lawal to address security challenges in the region. The announcement, signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammed Nakwada, highlights the inclusion of prominent individuals from various sectors across the state.
This move, according to a statement by Suleman Ahmad Tudu, Senior Special Assistant on Media, reflects the administration’s commitment to combating insecurity through community participation and the establishment of a robust financial foundation for security initiatives.
The committee includes:
- Alh Sambo Garba, MON—Chairman
- Mouktar M. Lugga, MON
- Sen. Ikra A Bilbis
- Sen. Sahabi Alhaji Yau
- Hon. Kabiru Amadu
- Hon. Bello Hassan Shinkafi
- Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji
- Hon. Abdulmalik Zubairu
- Hon. Muhammad Sani Ahmad
- Hon. Suleiman Abubakar Gummi
- Hon. Isah Mohammed Anka
- Hon. Bello Muhammad Mazawaje
- Hon. Kabiru Mika’ilu Dangulbi
- Abdul-aziz Sani, SAN
- Amb. Bala Muhammad Mairiga
- Muhammad Bello Auta
- Hon Mannir Muazu Haidara
- Hon Nasiru Ibrahim Zurmi
- Ibrahim Modibbo
- Prof. Lawal Bilbis
- Hon Abdullahi Abdulkarim Tsafe
- Ibrahim Suleiman
- Dr. Lawal Hussein
- Brig. Gen. Abdulkadir (rtd)
- HRH, the Emir of Anka
- Col Bala Mande (rtd)
- Brig. Gen. L.B. Mohammed (rtd)
- Ambassador Bello Anka
- Mrs. Lubuna Muhammad Gusau
- Faruku Sambo Gusau
- Abubakar Shehu
- Dr. Jamilu Jibo Magayaki
- Haj. Hannatu Ali Akilu
- ALGON Chairman
- Rep. of Zamfara Chamber of Commerce
- Executive Director, FBN
- Dr. Hamza Muhammad—Secretary
- Sanusi Umar Karakkai—Assistant Secretary
This committee will oversee the organization and execution of a fundraising event scheduled for November 2, 2024. Governor Lawal has called on individuals, organizations, and stakeholders to support the initiative, emphasizing that all contributions, regardless of size, will aid efforts to improve security in Zamfara and the broader northwestern region.
