Press Release
ASHIRU GAMBO.
Governor Malam Umar Namadi has been honoured with the prestigious Governor of the Year 2024 award by Leadership Newspaper Group at its Annual Conference and Awards Ceremony held today at the State House Old Banquet Hall in Abuja.
Governor Namadi was recognised alongside other outstanding leaders including some state governors, as well as other eminent Nigerians who have made remarkable contributions in their respective fields.
While receiving the award, Governor Namadi expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Leadership Newspaper for what he described as an “inspirational and revered honour,” commending the media group for its consistent role in promoting national discourse and acknowledged the relevance of the event’s theme, which focused on fiscal reforms and governance under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
He reaffirmed his utmost commitment to delivering quality governance to the people of Jigawa State, noting that the award would serve as further motivation to intensify efforts in the implementation of key developmental projects across the state.
“We consider this mandate a sacred trust, and we remain fully committed to using it to improve the lives of our people,” he said.
“This award is not just a recognition of what we’ve done—it’s a call to do even more. We will continue to pursue inclusive, people-focused development for a Greater Jigawa.”
Governor Namadi concluded by praying for divine guidance in his leadership journey and expressed gratitude to the people of Jigawa State for their continuous support.
Hamisu Mohammed Gumel
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Jigawa State
April 8, 2025
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