Zamfara is a state in northwestern Nigeria. Its capital is Gusau and its Governor is Abdul'aziz Abubakar Yari, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Until 1996 the area was part of Sokoto State. Zamfara is peopled by Hausa and Fulani peoples. Major groups of people include the Zamfarawa mainly peopling Anka, Gummi, Bukkuyum and Talata Mafara Local Governments areas. Gobirawa peopled Shinkafi Local Government. Gobirawa actually migrated from the Gobir Kingdom. Burmawa are found in Bakura and Fulani peopled Bungudu, Maradun, Gusau and are scattered all over the State. In Tsafe, Bungudu and Maru Local Governments are mainly Katsinawa, Garewawa and Hadejawa. While Alibawa peopled Kaura Namoda and Zurmi. Although the people of Zamfara have over the years struggled to have autonomy, it was not until 1996 that the then Military Administration of the Late General Sani Abacha detached Zamfara State from Sokoto State. With an area of 38,418 square kilometres, it is bordered in the North by Niger republic, to the South by Kaduna State. In the east it is bordered by Katsina State and to the West by Sokoto and Niger States. It has a population of 3,278,873 according to the 2006 census and contains fourteen local government areas.
Requirements
- Mass Communication, Public Relations, or related fields
- Media & communication certifications are advantages
- Must be a Zamfara State indigene
- Must be between 18–35 years (for entry-level positions)
- Must possess good character and have no criminal record
- Must be medically fit (certified by a government hospital)
- Must have a valid Tax Identification Number (TIN) and be tax compliant
- Minimum of HND/Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields from a recognized institution, with at least a Second Class Lower Division or its equivalent.
- Must provide a birth certificate or declaration of age
Required Competencies
- ICT proficiency and digital literacy
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration abilities
- Leadership potential and initiative
- Attention to details and accuracy.
Method of Application
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