As Jigawa State marks the 35th anniversary of its creation, Governor Umar Namadi has reiterated his administration’s commitment to preserving peace, strengthening justice and expanding sustainable development opportunities for the people, while honouring the contributions of the founding fathers, past leaders and citizens who have shaped the State’s journey.
Jigawa State was created on 27 August 1991 by the then Federal Military Government under the leadership of General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, GCFR, as part of a restructuring of the federation aimed at bringing governance closer to the people and promoting more balanced development.
Created out of the old Kano State, Jigawa began its journey with Dutse as its capital, and has since developed through the contributions of successive governments, institutions and generations of its people.
A statement by Hamisu Mohammed Gumel, spokesperson to the governor on Thursday said Governor Namadi in his anniversary message described the occasion as a time for expressing absolute gratitude to Allah, reflection and renewed commitment. Namadi said that the 35th anniversary presented an opportunity to appreciate the patriots whose vision, advocacy, sacrifice and public service contributed to the creation and continued development of the State.
