Governor Dauda Lawal has accepted the resignation of Wadatau Madawaki, the Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology in Zamfara State. The resignation comes after Madawaki, who had previously contested against Lawal for the governorship ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party in 2022, was appointed commissioner. According to Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Lawal has appointed Abdulmalik Abubakar Gajam, Commissioner of Budget and Planning, as Overseeing Commissioner for the Education Ministry.
Gajam's appointment is intended to ensure continuity and stability in the state's education sector, Lawal expressed confidence in Gajam's ability to achieve this. The governor also thanked Madawaki for his service to the state and wished him well in his future endeavours. Madawaki's resignation is part of a broader directive by Lawal for all council members who wish to run for political office in the 2027 general elections to resign.
This directive, issued during the State Executive Council meeting at the Government House in Gusau, aligns with the Electoral Act and the Independent National Electoral Commission's release of the 2027 election timetable. The directive also extends to civil servants who aspire to contest an election, with the Head of Service instructed to issue a circular to affected staff.
The sudden resignation of Commissioner Wadatau Madawaki raises questions about the motivations behind his decision, particularly in light of Governor Dauda Lawal's directive for all council members to resign ahead of the 2027 elections. While Lawal's administration claims to be committed to serving the people of Zamfara State, the timing of Madawaki's resignation and the governor's directive suggest a more complex dynamic at play. As Nigerians prepare for the 2027 elections, it is essential that political leaders prioritize transparency and accountability in their decision-making processes. The appointment of Abdulmalik Abubakar Gajam as Overseeing Commissioner for the Education Ministry may provide temporary stability, but it also highlights the need for a more sustainable and inclusive approach to governance in Zamfara State.
