Zamfara State Ministry Of Commerce And Industries

08/10/2026

KWAMISHINAN KASUWANCI YA GARGADI MASU SAYAR DA FILAYEN GWAMNATI

Kwamishinan Ma’aikatar Kasuwanci, Masana’antu da Yawon Buɗe Ido na Jihar Zamfara, Hon. Tasi’u Musa Shinkafi, ya duba filayen gwamnati da ke yankin Commodity, biyo bayan rahoton wasu mutane da ake zargin Ma’aikata ne suna sayar da filayen gwamnati ba bisa ka’ida ba.

Kwamishinan ya yi gargadin cewa gwamnati za ta ɗauki tsauraran matakai kan duk wanda aka samu yana da hannu wajen sayarwa, raba ko mamaye filayen gwamnati ba tare da izini ba.

Ya kuma shawarci jama’a da su guji sayen filayen gwamnati daga wasu mutane ba tare da tabbatar da sahalewar gwamnati ba.

08/10/2026

KWAMISHINAN KASUWANCI YA GARGADI MASU SAYAR DA FILAYEN GWAMNATI

Kwamishinan Ma’aikatar Kasuwanci, Masana’antu da Yawon Buɗe Ido na Jihar Zamfara, Hon. Tasi’u Musa Shinkafi, ya duba filayen gwamnati da ke yankin Commodity, biyo bayan rahoton wasu mutane da ake zargin suna sayar da filayen gwamnati ba bisa ka’ida ba.

Kwamishinan ya yi gargadin cewa gwamnati za ta ɗauki tsauraran matakai kan duk wanda aka samu yana da hannu wajen sayarwa, raba ko mamaye filayen gwamnati ba tare da izini ba.

Ya kuma shawarci jama’a da su guji sayen filayen gwamnati daga wasu mutane ba tare da tabbatar da sahalewar gwamnati ba.

08/10/2026

ZAMFARA STATE MINISTRY OF COMERCE, INDUSTRIES AND TOURISM

COMERCE COMMISSIONER INSPECTS GOVERNMENT LAND, WARNS AGAINST ILLEGAL SALE

The Zamfara State Commissioner for Commerce, Industries and Tourism, Hon. Tasi’u Musa Shinkafi, has inspected government-owned land located within the Commodity area in Zamfara State, following reports of individuals allegedly engaging in the illegal sale of government plots.

The inspection followed a report received from the Zamfara State Commodity Board concerning the activities of some individuals allegedly selling government-owned plots within the area without official authorisation.

During the inspection, the Commissioner expressed concern over the reported activities and warned that the Ministry would take serious action against anyone found to be involved in the illegal sale, allocation or encroachment on government land.

Hon. Tasi’u directed relevant officials to closely monitor the area and ensure that government property is adequately protected from encroachment and unauthorised transactions.

He also urged members of the public to exercise caution and avoid purchasing government land from individuals who do not have official authority to sell or allocate such property.

The Commissioner assured the public that the Ministry would continue to safeguard government property and take appropriate action against anyone found to be violating the law.

Jamilu Bello
Information Officer
Ministry of Commerce,Industries and Tourism

07/10/2026

ZAMFARA STATE MINISTRY OF COMMERCE, INDUSTRIES AND TOURISM

COMMISSIONER ASSURES NON-INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT FOR INVESTMENT IN ZAMFARA

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce, Industries and Tourism, Hon. Tasi’u Musa Shinkafi, has assured the Non-Indigenous Community in Zamfara State of the Ministry’s readiness to support genuine investors and create an enabling environment for businesses to thrive in the state.

The Commissioner gave the assurance when a delegation of the Non-Indigenous Community in Zamfara State, led by its Grand Patron, Chief Igwe Egbuna Obijaku, paid him a courtesy visit to discuss investment opportunities, business development and economic growth in the state.

During the visit, the delegation commended the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal for its efforts in developing critical infrastructure, particularly the construction of the Gusau International Airport. They described the airport as an important development that will improve connectivity and make it easier for investors and businesspeople from within and outside the state to visit Zamfara.

The Chairman of the delegation expressed the community’s interest in investing in Zamfara State and appealed to the Commissioner for support in securing land for members of the community to establish businesses and other investment projects.

He also assured the Commissioner that the community would mobilise and encourage investors from other parts of Nigeria to come to Zamfara State and explore the various investment opportunities available in the state.

The Chairman further appealed to the state government to consider providing non-interest loans and other forms of support to enable members of the community to expand their businesses, create employment opportunities and contribute to the economic development of the state.

Responding, Commissioner Tasi’u Musa Shinkafi welcomed the delegation and expressed appreciation for their interest in investing in Zamfara State.

The Commissioner emphasised that the Ministry, under his leadership, remains committed to promoting trade, investment and private-sector development by providing the necessary support and facilitating opportunities for genuine investors.

Hon. Tasi’u assured the delegation that their requests would be given due consideration and encouraged them to work closely with the Ministry to identify viable areas of investment and access relevant government programmes and initiatives.

He further called on members of the Non-Indigenous Community to take advantage of the investment opportunities emerging in Zamfara State and contribute meaningfully to the state’s economic growth, job creation and overall development.

Jamilu Bello
Information Officer
Ministry of Commerce, Industries and Tourism

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

GWAMNATI ZATA KOYAR DA SANA’O’IN HANNU TARE DA BADA TALLAFI GA FURSUNONIN A JIHAR ZAMFARA

Kwamishinan Ma’aikatar Kasuwanci, Masana’antu da Yawon Buɗe Ido na Jihar Zamfara, Hon. Tasi’u Musa Shinkafi, ya tabbatar wa fursunonin jihar cewa gwamnati za ta tallafa musu da koyar da sana’o’i, shirye-shiryen dogaro da kai, tallafi da sauran abubuwan da za su taimaka musu wajen inganta rayuwarsu bayan kammala zaman gidan yari.

Wannan na daga cikin ƙudurin Gwamna Dauda Lawal na inganta rayuwar marasa galihu da kuma samar musu da damar dogaro da kai.

Kwamishinan ya bayyana hakan ne yayin da Shugaban Hukumar Gyaran Hali ta Jihar Zamfara, Muhahammad Juta, ya kai masa ziyara domin neman haɗin gwiwa da Ma’aikatar wajen samar da shirye-shiryen koyar da sana’o’i da tallafa wa fursunoni.

Hon. Tasi’u ya ce samun sana’a da tallafi zai taimaka wa fursunoni su koma cikin al’umma cikin mutunci, su dogara da kansu, kuma su zama masu amfani ga al’umma.

Ya kuma jaddada cewa Ma’aikatar za ta yi aiki tare da Hukumar Gyaran Hali wajen gano sana’o’i da shirye-shiryen tallafi da za su taimaka wa fursunonin wajen samun damar dogaro da kansu bayan fitowarsu.

Jamilu Bello
Information Officer
Ministry of Commerce, Industries and Tourism

30/09/2026

ZAMFARA STATE MINISTRY OF COMMERCE, INDUSTRIES AND TOURISM

TASI’U ASSURES ZAMFARA INMATES OF GOVERNMENT SUPPORT, SKILLS ACQUISITION AND EMPOWERMENT

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce, Industries and Tourism, Hon. Tasi’u Musa Shinkafi, has assured inmates in Zamfara State that the government is committed to supporting them with skills acquisition, empowerment opportunities, grants and other necessary assistance to enable them become self-reliant and productive members of society after serving their sentences.

The Commissioner gave the assurance when the Controller of the Zamfara State Correctional Centre paid him a courtesy visit to seek collaboration with the Ministry on programmes aimed at equipping inmates with practical skills and preparing them for a better life after their release.

Hon. Tasi’u emphasised that being incarcerated should not mean losing hope for a better future, stressing that inmates deserve opportunities to acquire useful skills that can help them rebuild their lives and contribute meaningfully to society.

He said the Ministry would explore areas of collaboration with the Correctional Service to provide inmates with vocational, entrepreneurial and other income-generating skills that would give them the confidence and capacity to become self-reliant upon their release.

According to the Commissioner, the initiative is part of the government’s broader commitment to human development, economic empowerment and social reintegration, particularly by giving people a second chance to positively transform their lives.

He further assured the Controller Zamfara State Command, Muhahammad Juta, that the Ministry was ready to work closely with the Correctional Service to identify appropriate skills acquisition and empowerment programmes, including possible access to grants and other forms of support for qualified beneficiaries.

Hon. Tasi’u noted that empowering inmates with relevant skills and opportunities would not only benefit them personally but would also contribute to reducing dependence, promoting dignity and helping them return to their communities as responsible and productive citizens.

The Commissioner called for continued collaboration between relevant government institutions and the Correctional Service to ensure that inmates are given hope, dignity and the necessary tools to build a meaningful future after their release.

Jamilu Bello
Information Officer
Ministry of Commerce, Industries and Tourism

29/09/2026

ZAMFARA STATE MINISTRY COMERCE, INDUSTRIES AND TOURISM

COMMISSIONER MEETS OLD MARKET SHOP OWNERS OVER COMPLETION OF ULTRA-MODERN MARKET

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce, Industries and Tourism, Hon. Tasi’u Musa Shinkafi, has held a meeting with the leadership of the Old Market shop owners, led by Alhaji Mustapha, to discuss plans for the continuation of construction of the remaining shops at the Ultra-Modern Market.

The meeting was aimed at hearing the concerns of the shop owners and discussing the process of assessing and documenting those who owned shops at the former market.

The Commissioner said the Ministry is committed to ensuring that the process is carried out in a fair, transparent and orderly manner, so that genuine shop owners are properly identified and considered in the allocation of the shops.

He assured the leadership of the shop owners that the Ministry would continue to work closely with them and other relevant stakeholders to ensure a smooth process and the successful completion of the remaining shops.

The engagement is part of the Ministry’s efforts to support traders, protect the interests of genuine business owners and create a better and more organised environment for businesses to thrive in Zamfara State.

Jamilu Bello
Information of Officer
Ministry of Commerce, Industries
and Tourism