The Zamfara State government has denied reports that it budgeted N19 billion for Governor Dauda Lawal’s kitchenware. Abdulmalik Gajam, the state’s Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning at a media briefing on Tuesday, August 6, reports that N19 billion was budgeted for the governor’s kitchenware is wrong and mischievous.
He said, “I would like to clarify that the information being circulated in this regard on social media is unverified.
“A government that reduced its spending to save for the better future of the state cannot budget N19billion for the governor’s kitchen and other canteen equipment.”
According to Mr Gajam, the Zamfara Government is running an open-door policy and welcomes the media and various stakeholders to verify and access information on any issues rather than spreading unverified information.
He added, “As a transparent government, we accept any challenge from any media outfit that sincerely scrutinises our administration with good intentions.
“Also, the media outfits need to be responsible for information concerning images of government to be published.”
Mr Gajam highlighted that Governor Lawal’s 2024 ‘Budget of Rescue’, was to ensure more revenue generation, less expenditure and transparency in releasing public funds.
Furthermore, he stated that the present administration, since its inception has ensured that all its expenditures were people-oriented.
