Federal University Gusau VC Addresses Zamfara's Insecurity Issues

On September 30, 2026, Professor Tukur Adamu, the Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Gusau, identified insecurity, banditry, illegal mining, and agricultural destruction as significant challenges confronting Zamfara State. He made these remarks during the First Hybrid National Conference themed “Zamfara State @30 (1996–2026): Governance, Security and Sustainable Development Pathway,” organized by the Centre for Leadership and Democratic Research at the university.

Represented by Vice-Chancellor Academic, Professor Lawal Sa’adu, Adamu called for sustained research and evidence-based strategies to address these socio-economic challenges. He noted that effective governance and sustainable development are interconnected.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic at Talata Mafara University, Professor Shehu Sidi Ibrahim, also pointed out that insecurity hinders sustainable development despite progress in infrastructure. Dr Abdurrahman Adamu, Director of the Centre for Leadership and Democratic Research, urged for stronger leadership and practical solutions to enhance Zamfara's development as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.