Dr. Dauda Lawal, Executive Governor of Zamfara State, has been celebrated with the prestigious New Telegraph Governor of the Year Award for Projects, recognizing his visionary leadership and groundbreaking development initiatives. This honor follows closely on the heels of his Governor of the Year accolade from Leadership Newspaper in Abuja, underscoring his rising profile as a reform-driven leader. The award ceremony, held at the Oriental Hotel in Lekki, Lagos on Friday, February 13, 2026, highlighted his administration’s strides in reshaping Zamfara’s socio-economic landscape.
The presentation was made by Aremo Olusegun Osoba, former Governor of Ogun State and a respected APC chieftain, alongside Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Publisher of New Telegraph and former Governor of Abia State. Both dignitaries commended Governor Lawal’s bold investments in education, infrastructure, agriculture, security, and human capital development—initiatives that have positioned Zamfara as a state on the path of renewal and sustainable growth.
During the award dinner, event organizers emphasized that Governor Lawal’s selection was based on his impressive track record of creating impactful projects and driving sustainable development within the state. The governor’s commitment to transparency, fiscal prudence, and exceptional budget performance has set a new standard for governance in Zamfara.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Lawal reflected on his campaign promises aimed at rescuing the state from years of infrastructural neglect. He noted that visible transformations are taking place, with Zamfara steadily evolving into a well-structured and efficient entity. He highlighted his administration’s focus on revamping the civil service to enhance efficiency and integrating technology to improve governance.
Governor Lawal also reassured the attendees that his administration is steadfastly on course to complete all ongoing projects, meeting and exceeding established standards. He underscored his unwavering commitment to the overall development of Zamfara, vowing to continue elevating the state from its previous struggles to a vibrant and sustainable community committed to the welfare of its citizens.
As a testament to his belief in collaborative governance, he dedicated the award to the resilient and supportive people of Zamfara. He expressed deep gratitude for their trust and encouragement, emphasizing that their faith in his leadership fuels his drive toward ensuring a prosperous future for the state.
