Governors of Zamfara State
Complete list of all 9 governors from 1996 to 2026 — 9 elected civilian governors and 0 military administrators.
Current Governor of Zamfara State (2026)
Dauda Lawal
Governor of Zamfara State
| Party | APC |
|---|---|
| In office since | 2023 (3 years in 2026) |
Zamfara State Governor Records
Full List of Zamfara State Governors
| # | Name | Party / Type | Period | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jibril Yakubu | Military | 1996 – 1997 | 1 yr | Former |
| 2 | Dauda Maradun Lawal | PDP | 2023 – 2026 (current) | 3 yrs | Incumbent |
| 3 | Rasheed Shakarau | Military | 1997 – 1998 | 1 yr | Former |
| 4 | Sani Ahmed | Military | 1998 – 1999 | 1 yr | Former |
| 5 | Ahmed Sani Yerima | ANPP | 1999 – 2007 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 6 | Mahmud Aliyu Shinkafi | ANPP | 2007 – 2011 | 4 yrs | Former |
| 7 | Abdul'aziz Yari Abubakar | PDP | 2011 – 2019 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 8 | Bello Mohammed Matawalle | PDP | 2019 – 2023 | 4 yrs | Former |
| 9 | Dauda Lawal | PDP | 2023 – 2026 (current) | 3 yrs | Incumbent |
Governor Profiles — Zamfara State
Jibril Yakubu
Military Administrator of Zamfara State during the early period following the creation of the state.
Dauda Maradun Lawal
Rasheed Shakarau
Military Administrator who served during the military administration period.
Sani Ahmed
Military Administrator during the final phase of military rule before the return to democratic government.
Ahmed Sani Yerima
First elected civilian Governor of Zamfara State. His administration introduced Sharia-based legal reforms in the state from 2000.
Mahmud Aliyu Shinkafi
Governor of Zamfara State from 2007 to 2011.
Abdul'aziz Yari Abubakar
Governor of Zamfara State for two terms. He was later associated with the All Progressives Congress after leaving the PDP.
Bello Mohammed Matawalle
Governor of Zamfara State from 2019 to 2023. He later moved to the All Progressives Congress.
Dauda Lawal
Incumbent Governor of Zamfara State. He was sworn into office in May 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions — Zamfara State Governor
Who is the current governor of Zamfara State?
The current governor of Zamfara State is Dauda Lawal, of the APC. He has been in office since 2023.
What is the full name of the Zamfara State Governor?
The current Zamfara State Governor is Dauda Lawal.
Who is the Deputy Governor of Zamfara State?
The Deputy Governor of Zamfara State serves alongside the Governor.
What is the Zamfara State Governor's religion?
The religious affiliation of the current Zamfara State Governor is not formally published in state government records.
What is the age of the Zamfara State Governor in 2026?
The date of birth of the current Zamfara State Governor has not been officially confirmed in public records.
Who is the wife of the Zamfara State Governor?
The spouse of the current Zamfara State Governor is not formally listed in state government public records.
What is the address of the Zamfara State Government House?
The Zamfara State Governor's official residence and office is the Zamfara State Government House in Gusau.
How many governors has Zamfara State had?
Zamfara State has had 9 governors since its creation, comprising 0 military governors (or administrators) and 9 elected civilian governors.
Who was the first governor of Zamfara State?
The first governor of Zamfara State was Jibril Yakubu, who took office in 1996 as a Military Governor.