Jigawa At 35: Umar Namadi And The Making Of A Greater Jigawa

By Ahmad Muhammad Danyaro
On 27th August 2027, Jigawa State will mark its 35th anniversary of creation an important moment to reflect on its journey, celebrate its achievements, acknowledge its challenges and consider the future.
Thirty-five years after its creation, Jigawa stands at a critical point in its development, with Governor Mallam Umar A. Namadi seeking to deepen the foundations of a more productive, prosperous and self-reliant state.
Since assuming office on 29th May 2023, Governor Namadi has pursued the 12-Point Greater Jigawa Agenda, covering agriculture, education, healthcare, infrastructure, industrialisation, human capital, technology, social protection, security a...