News Investigator/ Zamfara State Governo, Dauda Lawal m, has approved the appointment of 282 individuals as Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) to strengthen inclusive governance.
This is contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Abubakar Nakwada, issued in Gusau on Thursday by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Sulaiman Tudu.
The SSG said that the appointees included some Technical Assistants and Special Assistants, who had been upgraded to Senior Special Assistants.
Mr Nakwada said that the appointments underscored Lawal’s commitment to inclusive and participatory governance, strengthening grassroots engagement, and broadening citizens’ involvement in government affairs.
He added that the move also sought to enhance effective communication of government policies, programmes, and achievements across the state.
“The development further reinforces the administration’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and people-centred development under the Rescue and Rebuild Agenda.
“The appointees will assist the governor in a wide range of roles, including Community Engagement, Grassroots Mobilisation, matters relating to Persons with Disabilities, Media and Publicity, and other duties as may be assigned.
“Therefore, Lawal charges the appointees to demonstrate dedication, loyalty, professionalism, and commitment to public service,” the statement explained,” the SSG said.
According to him, the governor also said the appointees will serve as effective bridges between government and the people, ensuring that diverse community voices are heard and reflected in governance.
He said that all the appointments take immediate effect.
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