Zamfara govt, UN reaffirms partnership for development

Zamfara State Government and the United Nations (UN) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their partnership to promote sustainable development and improve the well-being of residents across the state. The commitment was made during a high-level strategic engagement on the Zamfara–United Nations Partnership. The Zamfara delegation was led by the Commissioner for Finance, Muhammad Bello Auta, while the UN delegation was headed by the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Muhammed M. M. Fall, who represented the Assistant Secretary-General at the engagement. The meeting followed the visit of the UN Deputy Secretary-General, Amina J. Mohammed, to Zamfara in April 2026, which provided an opportunity for both parties to explore areas of collaboration and identify opportunities for deeper engagement. The latest strategic meeting further underscored Governor Dauda Lawal's commitment to strategic governance, effective partnerships and sustainable development in the state. Members of the Zamfara delegation included the Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Professor Yahaya Zakari; the Commissioner and Attorney-General of the State, Dr Abdul'aziz Sani, SAN; Permanent Secretary, Multilateral and Donor Agencies, Saadatu Abdu Gusau; as well as directors and other officials from relevant ministries, departments and agencies. The engagement is expected to strengthen cooperation between Zamfara State and the United Nations in areas that will support development priorities and improve the living conditions of the people.