Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir, has approved the dismissal of five commissioners in a strategic move to reconstitute his cabinet and strengthen governance.
The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor, Comrade Mukhtar Gidado, announced the decision in a statement issued on Tuesday. He described the move as a strategic effort to reinvigorate governance and ensure optimal service delivery to the people of Bauchi State.
“The Governor of Bauchi State has approved the reconstitution of his cabinet. In that respect, five commissioners were dropped. This move reflects the administration’s commitment to injecting new ideas and energy into governance, in line with the Governor’s vision of strengthening the machinery of government and addressing emerging challenges effectively,” the statement read.
The commissioners affected by this decision include:
- Dr. Jamila Dahiru – Commissioner of Education
- Barr. Abubakar Abdulhameed Bununu – Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs
- Comrade Usman Danturaki – Commissioner of Information and Communication
- Professor Simon Madugu Yalams – Commissioner of Agriculture
- Alhaji Yakubu Ibrahim Hamza – Commissioner of Religious Affairs and Societal Reorientation
Governor Bala Mohammed extended his gratitude to the outgoing commissioners for their dedication and contributions to the growth and development of Bauchi State.
“Their efforts have been instrumental in advancing key initiatives and policies of this administration. I wish them success in their future endeavours and am confident that they will continue to contribute meaningfully to the progress of Bauchi State and Nigeria,” the Governor stated.
He emphasized that the reconstitution of the cabinet is a routine measure aimed at enhancing the administration’s effectiveness.
Meanwhile, Governor Bala Mohammed has forwarded the names of new nominees to the Bauchi State House of Assembly for security clearance and subsequent confirmation as honourable commissioners. The nominees include:
- Hon. Isa Babayo Tilde – Toro Local Government
- Abdullahi Mohammed – Misau Local Government
- Dr. Bala Musa Lukshi – Dass Local Government
- Usman Usman Shehu – Shira Local Government
- Iliyasu Aliyu Gital – Tafawa Balewa Local Government
- Prof. Titus Saul Ketkukah – Tafawa Balewa Local Government
- Hon. Adamu Babayo Gabarin – Darazo Local Government
- Dr. Mohammed Lawal Rimin Zayam – Toro Local Government
“The Governor remains committed to fulfilling the mandate of his administration and assures the people of Bauchi State that the government is steadfast in its mission to deliver impactful development and improved welfare for all,” Mukhtar Gidado reassured.
