Zamfara governor seeks ulama’s help to rebuild state

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal urges the newly inaugurated Ulama Consultative Council to collaborate with his administration in rebuilding the state, emphasizing the Council's significant advisory role. — Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal in a group photo with the newly inaugurated Ulama Consultative Council.

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has called on the Council of Ulama to collaborate with his administration to rescue and rebuild the state. The Governor made this appeal during the inauguration of the Zamfara State Ulama Consultative Council on Tuesday at the Government House.

In a statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the Governor emphasized the Council’s crucial advisory role in ensuring that government decisions align with religious principles. Idris noted that the Council of Ulama has been a significant influence on government decisions for over 21 years, demonstrating its invaluable contributions to the state.

Governor Lawal assured the Ulama Consultative Forum that his administration is open to their invaluable advice on state policy and the general well-being of the people. He expressed his gratitude to Almighty Allah for the opportunity to inaugurate the newly reconstituted Council.

“As we gather here today, I am filled with profound gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting us the opportunity to inaugurate the newly reconstituted Council of Ulama,” Governor Lawal said.

“This Council, also known as the Ulama Consultative Council, was established in 2003 as a critical institution in the government’s drive to strengthen Sharia implementation in Zamfara State. The Council comprises eminent Islamic scholars and guides our society’s moral, spiritual, and economic development.”

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He highlighted the provisions of Law Number 6 of 2003, which outlines the Council’s functions. These include screening and recommending individuals for appointment as Sharia Court Alkali, issuing fatwas on Islamic jurisprudence, receiving research findings on new technological developments and other contemporary issues, and advising the Governor on the conformity of any proposed laws with Sharia principles.

“You are all esteemed Islamic scholars that society looks up to for moral and spiritual guidance. You should not rest on your laurels in carrying out your responsibilities as members of the Council of Ulama and as the pillars of society,” Governor Lawal added.

The statement further noted that Governor Lawal charged the religious leaders to continue fulfilling their responsibilities with passion, commitment, and due diligence following the reconstitution and inauguration of the Council.