Dauda Lawal Earns New Telegraph Governor of the Year Recognition for Landmark Projects
Zamfara State Governor, Dr. Dauda Lawal, has received the Governor of the Year Award for Projects from New Telegraph, in acknowledgment of his administration’s sweeping development efforts across the state.
The award ceremony was held at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos on Friday, February 13, 2026.
The recognition came shortly after he was similarly honored by Leadership Newspaper in Abuja, underscoring a wave of national commendation for his governance record.
The presentation was led by former Ogun State Governor, Olusegun Osoba, alongside former Abia State Governor and Publisher of New Telegraph, Orji Uzor Kalu.
Both dignitaries praised Governor Lawal’s targeted investments in education, road infrastructure, agriculture, security reinforcement, and human capital development.
They noted that these initiatives have revitalized public infrastructure and stimulated socio economic progress in Zamfara.
Event organizers stated that the governor’s selection followed a detailed review of project execution, financial discipline, governance transparency, and measurable community impact.
They highlighted the administration’s commitment to reversing years of neglect and laying the groundwork for sustainable growth.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Lawal reaffirmed his resolve to fulfill the promises made to the people of Zamfara.
He emphasized reforms aimed at repositioning the civil service, strengthening institutional efficiency, and integrating technology to enhance service delivery and accountability.
He assured that ongoing projects would be completed to specification and within set timelines, stressing that his administration remains focused on consolidating achievements recorded so far.
The governor dedicated the award to the people of Zamfara State, thanking them for their continued trust and support.
Governor Lawal concluded by stating that the recognition would further energize his administration’s efforts to build a prosperous and forward looking Zamfara committed to the wellbeing of its citizens.
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