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APC Chieftain Defends Governor Lawal's Performance in Zamfara State

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In a press statement released by Dr Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former governorship candidate, the governor's records of massive infrastructural development, security, and economic growth have been vindicated. Shinkafi dismissed allegations of a N34 billion loan taken by Governor Dauda Lawal to execute projects, labeling it a figment of the opposition's imagination meant to distract the governor from his rescue mission agenda. According to Shinkafi, the governor's impressive achievements have transformed Zamfara State from an agricultural to a commercial hub in barely two years, with notable projects including the construction of township roads, the Gusau International Cargo Airport, and the upgrade of government-owned general hospitals.

Key Takeaways:

  • Dr Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi dismissed allegations of a N34 billion loan taken by Governor Dauda Lawal, stating that no loan was obtained from the bank and that the allegations are a ploy to distract the governor from his rescue mission agenda.
  • Shinkafi praised the governor's massive infrastructural development, highlighting the transformation of Zamfara State from an agricultural to a commercial hub in barely two years.
  • Notable projects mentioned by Shinkafi include the construction and rehabilitation of township roads, the Gusau International Cargo Airport, and the upgrade of government-owned general hospitals.
  • Shinkafi also mentioned the governor's achievements in education, healthcare, and security, including the payment of NECO, WAEC, and NABTEB examination fees for students and the upgrade of the State University.
  • Former President Olusegun Obasanjo reportedly praised Governor Lawal's leadership during a recent commissioning of projects, describing him as an exemplary leader.
  • Shinkafi endorsed Governor Lawal's candidacy for a second term as governor, citing his impressive achievements and commitment to promoting peace, unity, development, and prosperity in the state.

Statistics:

  • Zamfara State has experienced significant economic growth, transforming from an agricultural to a commercial hub in barely two years.
  • The construction of the Gusau International Cargo Airport is nearing completion, and the township roads have been rehabilitated.
  • The upgrade of government-owned general hospitals with state-of-the-art equipment has improved healthcare in the state.
  • 500 schools have been constructed and furnished with modern facilities.
  • 50 buses were purchased for the Zamfara State Transport Authority to ease inter-state transportation.

Sources:

  • Dr Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, press statement (exact details and quote verification required)
  • The statement of former President Olusegan Obasanjo on Governor Lawal's leadership achievements (exact details and quote verification required)

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