Mr Zakari, a professor of economic is a distinguished scholar and administrator with over two decades of experience in academia, policy formulation, and public service.
Governor Dauda Lawal has nominated Yahaya Zakari Abdullahi, a professor of economics as Commissioner and member of the Zamfara State Executive Council.
At its 177th sitting held on Thursday, 7 May 2026, the State Assembly swiftly screened and confirmed the appointment.
Mr Zakari is a distinguished scholar and administrator with over two decades of experience in academia, policy formulation, and public service. He served in various leadership capacities within the tertiary education system, including as the pioneer Vice Chancellor of the Zamfara State University, Talata Mafara (ZAMSUT).
