The Executive Chairman of Zaria Local Government Council, Engr. Jamil Ahmad Muhammad Jaga, on Sunday, 11 October 2026, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to educational development, humanitarian service, skills acquisition and direct engagement with residents through a series of activities across the local government area.
A statement signed by Galadima Ishaq Chief Press Secretary Office of the Executive Chairman, Zaria Local Government Council said the Chairman served as the Special Guest of Honour at a special educational lesson programme organised for children during the long vacation by Masjidool Khairi Islamic Centre, Anguwan Kaya, Zaria.
He congratulated the pupils on their dedication to learning and encouraged them to pursue both Islamic and Western education as essential foundations for personal development and a brighter future.
As part of his commitment to educational excellence, Chairman Jaga announced a brand-new laptop for the student who emerged in first position, ₦100,000 for the second-position student and ₦50,000 for the third-position student. These incentives were intended to motivate the children to achieve greater academic success and promote a culture of hard work and healthy competition among learners.
In furtherance of his commitment to community solidarity and compassionate leadership, the Chairman undertook a series of condolence visits to families bereaved by the loss of their loved ones. He first visited the family of Sani Danfulani, a polling unit chairman in Anguwan Kaya, before proceeding to Nagoyi to condole with Umar Jalingo over the death of his father. He also visited Hon. Qasim Iliyasawa at Karauka, along Kofar Kuyambana, to commiserate with him over the death of his brother, Anas.
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During the visits, Chairman Jaga expressed his sympathy to the bereaved families and prayed that Almighty Allah would forgive the departed souls, grant them Aljannatul Firdaus and give their families the patience and strength to bear their losses.
At the council office, the Chairman received members of the Isenayisi Egbura Women Meeting Association, Zaria Branch, who paid him a courtesy visit. In support of the association’s activities, he donated ₦100,000, reaffirming his recognition of the contributions of women’s groups to community development and social progress.
He also received members of the Zainab Shamsuna Ahmad Vocational Training Centre, Amaru Instructors Forum. The engagement provided an opportunity to discuss vocational education, skills acquisition and the importance of equipping individuals with practical skills to promote self-reliance and economic empowerment.
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The Chairman concluded the day’s engagements by attending to several individuals who visited his office to present concerns, seek assistance and discuss matters of importance to their communities.
These activities reflect Chairman Jaga’s people-oriented approach to leadership, combining investment in education and skills development with humanitarian concern and open-door governance. His continued engagement with residents, community groups and individuals underscores his commitment to responsive leadership and inclusive grassroots development in Zaria Local Government Area.
