The Special adviser/ Chief Press Secretary to the chairman of Zaria local government, Galadima Ishaq,ably today represented his Principal the Executive Chairman of Zaria Local Government Council, Engr. Jamil Ahmad Muhammad Jaga, at the second edition of the Unguwan Magajiya Community Development Association’s recognition ceremony, held at the GSS Kayana Main Hall, Unguwan Magajiya, Zaria.
A statement from the council said the event was organised to recognise distinguished sons and daughters of Unguwan Magajiya who have contributed significantly to the development of the community, particularly in the areas of education, skills acquisition, employment opportunities and youth development.
In the message delivered on behalf of the Executive Chairman, Engr. Jamil Ahmad Muhammad Jaga he commended the association for its commitment to recognising community contributors, promoting unity and encouraging youth development.
The Chairman also highlighted the council continued efforts towards youth empowerment through skills acquisition programmes, scholarships, support for self-reliance and other initiatives aimed at improving the welfare and future prospects of the people of Zaria Local Government.
He further encouraged parents and the wider community to prioritise education, vocational skills and proper moral upbringing, stressing that investing in the younger generation remains essential to building a responsible and prosperous society.
Eng Jamil Jaga also assured the association and the people of Unguwan Magajiya that Chairman Jaga remains committed and ready to support credible community development initiatives within his capacity, particularly those focused on education, youth empowerment, skills development and overall community progress.
The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Hon. Ismail Hadi, Chairman of the Unguwan Magajiya Community Development Association; His Highness the Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Malam Ahmad Nuhu Bamalli, represented by Alhaji Mustapha Adamu Ubaidu, Marafan Yamman Zazzau; Professor Nuhu Jamoh, Chairman of the occasion; Professor Idris Bogaje, Executive Secretary, NBTE; Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen GCON, Iyan Zazzau, represented by Hon. Halliru Sidi Bamalli; and Hon. Barr. Mahmud Lawal Bola Ige, Member of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, represented by Hon. Engr. Yusuf Umar Bagaye.
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Other distinguished guests included Alhaji Muhammed Bashir Saidu, former Commissioner of Finance; Alhaji Umar Muhammed, Fagachin Zazzau; Alhaji Ibrahim Sidi Bamalli; Alhaji Ayuba Muhammed Yakasai, Wakilin Garkan Zazzau; Dr. Shehu Abdulkarin Yakasai, Barden Arewan Zazzau; as well as ward and community leaders, traditional representatives, scholars and a large gathering of residents of Unguwan Magajiya from within and outside the community.
The association also announced plans to expand vocational skills training for members of the community to promote self-reliance, while the ceremony recognised individuals who have distinguished themselves in education, public service, business and other fields of endeavour.
