Governor Lawal gives vehicles to schools in Zamfara

Governor Dauda Lawal has given out official vehicles to higher institutions. This is to help improve the education system in Zamfara State.

The vehicle handover took place on Friday at the Government House in Gusau, the state capital.

A statement from the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said these vehicles are for the institutions to help with administration, supervision, and other official duties.

The statement mentioned that the schools getting new vehicles include Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State University, Talata Mafara, and Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara.

Other institutions that received vehicles are the College of Nursing and Midwifery in Gusau; the Teachers Service Board; the Senior Secondary School Board; Quality Assurance; ZACAS; and other State Government Public Institutions.

In his speech, Governor Lawal said this move will help Zamfara State public office holders work better. He believes that reliable transportation will help them provide services faster.

He said, “It is important to emphasise that these vehicles are not personal entitlements for any office holder. They remain the property of the Zamfara State Government and must be used responsibly and strictly for official purposes.

“I expect institutions to be responsible for custody, deployment, maintenance, and documentation. Heads will be accountable for misuse, unauthorised use, or unnecessary deterioration of assets.

“As the government invests in education, we must foster a culture of maintenance and accountability. Public assets should provide value throughout their life. We must commit to higher standards of service, emphasising transparency and accountability.

“Our administration will continue to provide the infrastructure, equipment, and institutional support needed to improve higher education in Zamfara State. In return, we expect responsible leadership, prudent management, and measurable improvements in academic and administrative performance.”

Governor Lawal also congratulated the institutions that received the vehicles. He urged them to make sure the vehicles are used for the benefit of the institutions, students, and the people of Zamfara State, not for personal gain.