Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has appointed a new Emir of Zurmi, according to Premium Times. The new monarch becomes the 21st Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi, succeeding His Royal Highness, Alhaji Bello Suleiman, who died on 31 August 2026. The appointment fills the traditional leadership vacancy in the Zurmi emirate following the late emir's passing.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal as a "Renaissance governor" who has brought positive changes to the state. In a birthday message marking Lawal's 61st birthday, Tinubu commended his administration's efforts in infrastructure, urban renewal and industrialisation, according to a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information. The message highlighted the president's recognition of the governor's performance in office.

Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the payment of allowances and stipends to National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in Zamfara state, according to Vanguard News.

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara has stated that his administration will not engage in negotiations with bandits. Instead, he emphasized a commitment to ongoing military operations aimed at either forcing the bandits to surrender or facing legal consequences. This stance reflects a firm approach to addressing security challenges in the region.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has appointed Umar Musa Gama, known as Umar Maggi, as his Special Adviser on Assembly Matters. This announcement was made by the Governor's spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday. Umar Maggi previously served as a representative in the 9th Kano State House of Assembly.

Governor Dauda Lawal praised the police for their bravery and commitment in combating banditry in Zamfara state, following their successful recovery of 504 rustled animals. This commendation highlights the ongoing efforts to address security challenges in the region.