We Must Work Together to Rescue and Rebuild Zamfara, Gov. Lawal Tells Religious Leaders

Governor Dauda Lawal has urged the Zamfara State Council of Ulama to collaborate with his administration to rescue and rebuild the state.

The Governor made the call during the inauguration of the Zamfara State Ulama Consultative Council, which took place on Thursday at the Council Chambers in the Government House, Gusau.

A statement by the Governor's spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, emphasized the Council's crucial advisory role in influencing government decisions to align with religious principles.

He added that over the past 21 years, the Ulama Council has made invaluable contributions to the state and society in Zamfara, demonstrating its significant influence on government decisions.

While delivering his remark, Governor Lawal assured the Ulama Consultative Forum that his doors are always open to receive the council’s invaluable advice on matters of state policy and the general well-being of the people.

“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."

“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."

“The Council’s enactment law, which is Law Number 6 of 2003, has made elaborate provisions, among other things, on the functions of the Council."

“Some of these are screening, recommending, and advising on the qualifications, competence, and fitness of a person to be appointed as Sharia court Alkali."

“Issuing responses to questions (fatwas) or issues in Islamic jurisprudence."

“Receiving research findings relating to new developments emanating from technological advancement and other contemporary issues."

“Advising the Governor on the conformity or otherwise with the principles of Sharia in respect of any bill for a Law."

Furthermore, the Governor charged the religious leaders to continue fulfilling their responsibilities with passion, commitment, and due diligence after the reconstitution and inauguration of the Council.

“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."


SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS

Spokesperson for the Zamfara Governor

July 30, 2024

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