Dauda Lawal, governor of Zamfara, has unveiled the state’s comprehensive 10-year development plan, covering 2025 to 2034, aimed at transforming the state’s economy and social welfare.
At the launch which took place on Friday at the JB Yakubu secretariat in Gusau, Lawal described the plan as a long-term, evidence-based roadmap that captures the aspirations of Zamfara’s people and sets a clear path for sustainable growth.
He said the development plan was crafted over eight months with KPMG advisory as the lead consultant, working closely with the Zamfara executive council, traditional rulers, religious leaders, and other stakeholders.
Lawal said the plan aligns with major national and global development frameworks, including the sustainable development goals (SDGs), Nigeria’s National Development Plan 2050, and the African Union Agenda 2063.
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“The development plan is built on robust data, wide stakeholder engagement, and alignment with national and global development frameworks, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Nigeria’s National Development Plan 2050, and the African Union Agenda 2063,” he said.
“It sets clear sectoral priorities, measurable outcomes, and a monitoring and evaluation framework that ensures transparency at every stage of implementation.
“In this State Development Plan, we envision Zamfara becoming a benchmark for transformative economic growth– not merely for Nigeria, but the continent of Africa.”
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The plan rests on six pillars — economy, infrastructure, social welfare, human capital development, governance, and environmental sustainability.
The governor said the goal to harness Zamfara’s agricultural and natural resource strengths through partnerships, including agreements with the ministry of finance and funding from the African Development Bank.
“This initiative will boost mechanized farming, agro-processing, and value chains to create jobs, improve food security, open markets, and reduce poverty-driven insecurity,” the governor said.
Lawal said the launch marks a turning point for the state, promising purposeful action over political rhetoric.
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“We are not merely dreaming — we are preparing to deliver,” the governor added.
