Zamfara Government to Sponsor Wedding of 200 Orphans
The Zamfara State Government, through the Zakkat and Endowment Board, has finalised plans to sponsor the weddings of 200 orphans in the state. Executive Secretary of the Board, Malam Habibu Balarabe, told journalists in Gusau that the mass wedding is scheduled for Monday, November 23, 2025, at the Board’s premises. He confirmed that all beneficiaries have been carefully screened and selected. In addition to the wedding, the Board will provide grants to 200 women engaged in small-scale businesses to support and expand their livelihoods. Balarabe noted that 100 women who completed a three-week poultry farming training will also receive starter packs to kickstart their ventures. The Board has also arranged to settle selected debt cases in Shari’ah Courts and correctional centres across the state. Furthermore, some orphans who have completed computer literacy training will receive starter packs during the ceremony, equipping them with tools to enhance their skills and independence. This initiative highlights the Zamfara government’s commitment to social welfare, youth empowerment, and women’s economic development in the state.