About Zannah

Profile of Hon. (Dr.) Abdulmalik Zubairu (Zannah Bungudu)

Hon. (Dr.) Abdulmalik Zubairu, popularly known as Zannah Bungudu, is the vibrant and promising Member representing Maru/Bungudu Federal Constituency at the 10th National Assembly, Abuja. A young politician with a stellar track record, he was born on 27th September 1978 in Bungudu Town, the headquarters of Bungudu Local Government Area, Zamfara State.

Educational Background

Hon. Zannah Bungudu’s educational journey is a testament to his commitment to excellence:

  • Primary Education: Dan Sokoto Model Primary School, Bungudu (1983–1989).
  • Secondary Education: Government Secondary School, Tsafe, and Government Technical College, Farfaru, Sokoto State (1990–1996).
  • Tertiary Education:
    • Certificate in Public Administration (CPA), Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda (1997).
    • Diploma (DPA) and Higher Diploma (HDPA) in Public Administration, Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara (1998–2001).
    • Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Political Science, Bayero University Kano (2001–2005).
    • Certificate in Strategic Studies, Center for International Development, London, UK.
    • Master’s Degree in International Affairs and Diplomacy, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (2011).

In addition to his Western education, Hon. Zannah received Islamic education, which shaped his values, character, and wisdom.

Civil Service Career

In 1998, Hon. Zannah began his civil service career with the Zamfara State Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs. He served as an Executive Officer (Administration) in Birnin Magaji Local Government before transferring to Bungudu Local Government, where he rose to the rank of Senior Higher Executive Officer (Administration).

Political Career

From a young age, Hon. Zannah demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities:

  • Student Leadership: Held positions such as Class Captain, School Parade Commander, School Prefect, Director of Socials, and Treasurer for both the Students’ Union Government (SUG) and the Muslim Students Society of Nigeria (MSSN).
  • Union Leadership:
    • Branch Chairman, Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Bungudu Branch.
    • Caretaker Committee President, NULGE Zamfara State (2009).
    • Elected NULGE President, Zamfara State, serving two uninterrupted terms.

Partisan Politics

Hon. Zannah joined partisan politics in 2013 as a member of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP), which later merged into the All Progressives Congress (APC). In 2015, he contested and won the seat for Maru/Bungudu Federal Constituency at the 8th National Assembly. He was re-elected in 2019, but his tenure was disrupted by a Supreme Court ruling nullifying the APC’s victories in Zamfara State.

Now serving at the 10th National Assembly, Hon. Zannah is a leading legislator and a top sponsor of bills and motions.

Humanitarian and Social Development Efforts

Hon. Zannah Bungudu is renowned for his community development initiatives, which include:

  • Security: Supporting communities in tackling banditry, cattle rustling, and armed robbery.
  • Healthcare: Sponsoring medical treatments and settling hospital bills for victims of violence.
  • Education: Awarding scholarships and renovating schools with instructional materials.
  • Infrastructure: Drilling solar-powered boreholes, electrifying communities, and constructing health facilities.
  • Empowerment: Providing farm inputs, fertilizers, job opportunities, and skill acquisition programs for youths and women.
  • Community Engagement: Hosting town hall meetings with constituents for effective leadership and representation.

Awards and Traditional Titles

Hon. Zannah has been recognized for his contributions with numerous accolades and titles:

  • Traditional Titles:
    • Wakilin Magaji (Bungudu).
    • Gamjin Furfuri.
    • Ajiyan Bela.
    • Mayegun of Ikare Land (conferred by the Olukare of Ikare Akoko, Ekiti State).
  • Professional Recognition: Patron of the First Aid Group, JIBWIS Zamfara State.
  • Academic Honor: Honorary Doctorate in Diplomacy and International Relations from a prestigious university in Lomé, Togo.

Business Ventures

Hon. Zannah is an accomplished entrepreneur and CEO of ASAD Universal Concept Ltd, with subsidiaries including:

  • ASAD LPG Gas.
  • ASAD Filling Stations.
  • ASAD Medics.
  • ASAD Infra Tech.
  • ASAD Travel Air Agency.

Personal Life

Hon. Abdulmalik Zubairu is happily married and blessed with children.

He remains a beacon of hope, progress, and effective representation not just for Maru/Bungudu Federal Constituency but for the entire citizens of Zamfara State and beyond.