Let’s start by wishing you *Barka da Sallah* *Ubangiji Allah Shi Maimaita Muna* and to extend this piece as *Goron Sallah to His Excellency* and by extension wish you well throughout your tenure and beyond.
We write to you with utmost respect and a deep sense of responsibility in order to bring to your attention a matter of grave concern, one that threatens to undermine the remarkable progress your administration has achieved in Zamfara State.
Under your stewardship, the state has witnessed unprecedented development and you leave no one in doubt about your commitment to propel Zamfara State to compete with its peers. This you have been able to achieve by deploying science in governance. Zamfara State is witnessing a turn-around management. However, these laudable achievements risk being overshadowed by the alleged misconduct of your closest aides.
Disturbing reports and verifiable evidence suggest that the SSG is engaging in systemic corruption, financial malfeasance, and abuse of office, all of which directly contravene your vision for a transparent and accountable government.
*A Web of Corruption: The Allegations Against the Secretary to the State Government (SSG)*
It is no longer a matter of speculation, there is substantial evidence of financial misconduct and betrayal of public trust by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG). The extent of his corrupt dealing is staggering.
Below are just a few of the allegations against him:
*Illicit Kickbacks and Money Laundering*
The SSG is engaging in a deliberate scheme to conceal stolen wealth by funnelling kickbacks and embezzled public funds through proxies like his junior brother’s account, Bereau De Change Operators and POS networks. This is not merely financial misconduct, but a criminal enterprise designed to evade scrutiny while siphoning resources meant for public welfare. The fact that these funds are then transferred to Taj Bank Account No. 0000108891, a company he secretly owns, demonstrates premeditated fraud. Worse, the account is managed by his associate with known links to corrupt regulatory bodies and money laundering networks, suggests that the SSG is not acting alone but is part of a broader syndicate that thrives on undermining financial integrity.
*The 13 13 General Services Debacle*
In a dramatic and condemnable corrupt practices, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recently frozen one of his accounts with Keystone Bank named 13-13 General Services and are investigating the source of inflows into the account. In his usual deceptive manner, he is parading himself as “Mallam” when in actual sense, even a devil will salute his corrupt tendencies/dealings.
*Systematic Contract Fraud and Kickback Schemes*
The allegations against SSG Abu Nakwada reveal a disturbing pattern of contract fraud that undermines the very foundations of good governance. At the center of this scheme is KZ and Sons Ventures, which operates under EcoBank Account Number 3090228043 and handles cleaning contracts at the JB Secretariat, contracts. Investigation shows that the company is effectively controlled by the SSG and it serves as a conduit for siphoning public funds with proceeds being being laundered through 13-13 General Services, a company whose ownership also traces back to the SSG himself.
In addition to that, we have documented evidences in which he issued more than one notification of contract award and payment vouchers in which he inflated the contract sum.
The corruption extends to major projects, including the renovation of 58 Housing Units, where the SSG allegedly received a 50-million-naira kickback from a contract that was deliberately inflated and awarded to a non-indigenous contractor (nicknamed Prince) who was clearly selected for willingness to participate in this fraud rather than competence.
Similar irregularities plague the contract awarded for NYSC Orientation Camp and Sardauna Memorial Stadium projects, which show the same pattern of inflated contracts and questionable contractor selection.
*Gross Misappropriation of Office Funds*
There is also evidence indicating that the SSG is systematically diverting monthly operational funds (Overhead Cost) meant to facilitate the smooth running of Cabinet Affairs and General Services.
Almost every month, he opts to pocket the bulk of the Cash Allocations while dishing out only a token to his Permanent Secretaries. This fact has become a common knowledge among clerical staff who witness firsthand how their offices are starved of necessary operational funds while the SSG enriches himself.
The implications of this misappropriation are severe and far reaching. The SSG, who was appointed to oversee government operations, is effectively sabotaging the very machinery that he is meant to uphold by diverting funds that should be used for official purposes. This creates artificial bottlenecks that hinder service delivery across multiple departments. This misconduct, which deprives civil servants of the resources they need to perform their duties, breeds discontent among those who struggle to fulfil their responsibilities, while at the same time fostering a toxic work environment where corruption is treated as a norm at the highest level.
*Abuse of Power & Political Manipulation*
The allegations of political manipulation surrounding the SSG and his associates reveal a deeply troubling pattern of abuse that strikes at the very heart of democratic governance. For example, the SSG has effectively turned a government initiative into a personal political machine by installing his stooge in one of the MDA’s.
There is evidence to show everyone that his stooges are using public funds and platforms to secretly bankroll a 2027 campaign under the guise of “Abu Nakwada Mobilization for Dauda Lawal 2027”.
This misuse of public office for political campaigning is a blatant violation of ethical governance, as it diverts resources meant for genuine community development into partisan schemes.
*Sponsorship of Islamic clerics to Saudi Arabia*
The sponsorship of about Seven Ulamas to Holy Land of Saudi Arabia in December 2024 adds another layer of concern, as it represents a cynical exploitation of religious faith for political survival.
These actions creates multiple crises for your administration as resources meant to uplift Zamfara's poorest citizens are being turned into political slush funds and this endangers the lines between official duties and personal ambition, with the SSG essentially using his position to build a parallel political structure while still in office. Most destructively, nursing this succession agenda barely halfway through your first term, threatens to destabilize your government by diverting attention from governance to political manoeuvring, creating factions within your administration, and sending the terrible message that personal ambition trumps public service. If unchecked, this behaviour could permanently damage the collective focus needed to deliver on your development agenda for Zamfara.
*Unlawful Wealth Accumulation*
The SSG's sudden and dramatic expansion of his agricultural holdings raises serious questions about the legitimate sources of his wealth and represents a classic case of unlawful enrichment through public office. Prior to his appointment, the SSG maintained a modest farm along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway, which was presumably sustained through his private means. However, the acquisition of all neighbouring lands and importation of heavy machinery from China within just two years of assuming office suggests a financial capacity that far exceeds what could reasonably be expected from his official salary and known legitimate income sources. This pattern of rapid asset accumulation directly contradicts the principles of transparency and accountability that should govern public service, thus, creating the strong appearance that the SSG has utilised his position for personal financial gain. Such behaviour not only violates public trust but also contravenes Nigeria's Code of Conduct for public officials, which expressly prohibits the abuse of office for private advantage.
The effects of this alleged unlawful wealth accumulation extend far beyond personal enrichment, striking at the core of good governance in Zamfara State. When public officials engage in such conspicuous asset acquisition without clear justification, it undermines the credibility of the entire administration and fosters public cynicism about government institutions.
*Airport Interception & False Declarations*
The SSG's interception at Aminu Kano International Airport while attempting to move large sums of taxpayers' money reveals a shocking level of audacity in his financial misconduct. This was not some minor oversight, but a deliberate attempt to physically transport stolen state resources, which was only thwarted by alert security personnel. This incident represents not merely an alleged financial impropriety, but a grave violation of Nigeria's financial regulations and anti-corruption laws. The fact that this incident required high-level intervention to suppress suggests two deeply troubling realities. First, that the SSG may have been engaged in the unlawful movement of public funds, potentially for personal benefit or illicit purposes. Second, that there exists a network of complicity willing to shield such misconduct from accountability.
Equally damning are the verified discrepancies in his Code of Conduct filings, which show a pattern of deliberate false declarations, the kind of document fraud that typically accompanies attempts to conceal illicit wealth accumulation. These aren't isolated incidents, but rather interconnected manifestations of a public official who believes himself above accountability.
The Code of Conduct Bureau exists precisely to ensure transparency in public service, requiring officials to truthfully declare their assets and avoid conflicts of interest. False declarations on these forms constitute a criminal offense under Nigerian law, punishable by removal from office and potential imprisonment. That such discrepancies exist in the SSG's filings suggests either an attempt to conceal unlawfully acquired wealth or to mask potential conflicts of interest in his official dealings. This situation presents not just a personal liability for the SSG, but an institutional emergency for your administration, as it calls into question the effectiveness of the governance safeguards meant to prevent exactly this kind of misconduct.
*The Return of Mr Thang - a Corrupt Chinese Contractor to Zamfara*
There is growing concern that senior officials in your government, including the SSG and a former Commissioner of Environment under Yari’s administration are attempting to bring back a Chinese contractor with a well-documented history of corruption in Zamfara State. They sold the bait to H E Dauda Lawal who unsuspectingly swallowed it. This same contractor, Mr. Thang, was previously involved in shady deals in Zamfara State particularly in the area of Mining with the active connivance of the former Commissioner of Environment. His Excellency needs to shine his eyes very well because if care is not taken, he will cry his eyeballs out as a result of this venture.
The fact that your own top aids are now trying to repackage this dubious contractor suggests active complicity in reviving the same corrupt schemes that robbed Zamfara of vital development funds.
*Conclusion: A Call for Urgent Action to Protect Zamfara's Future*
Your Excellency, the overwhelming evidence presented reveals a disturbing pattern of systemic corruption, abuse of office, and financial malfeasance by the SSG that threatens to undo all the progress your administration has achieved. From money laundering schemes and contract fraud to political manipulation and unlawful wealth accumulation, these allegations paint a picture of an official who has completely betrayed the public trust placed in him. Truth be told: He is not honest, he is not trustworthy, he is not reliable and is lacking in integrity.
The detailed documentation of illicit financial flows, including specific bank accounts and proxy companies, leaves no room for doubt about the sophistication and intentionality of his corrupt practices. This allegations are verifiable and represents an opportunity to investigate. His Excellency Dr Dauda Lawal, *YOU WERE SWORN-IN WITH THE HOLY QUR’AN* to do justice and to uphold same to all manner of people without affection or ill will.
The implications of inaction are too grave to ignore. Every day these corrupt practices continue, they erode public confidence in your government, discourage legitimate investment, and risk returning Zamfara to the dark days if allowed to continue unchecked.
History will remember how you respond to this moment of truth.
We leave you in peace.
*Barkammu da Sallah Once Again*
*Allah Ya Maimaita muna*
*Concerned Citizens of Zamfara*
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