Nigerian Governor Fires Five Commissioners

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January 7, 2025

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has carried out a cabinet reshuffle, resulting in the dismissal of five commissioners.

A statement released to journalists on Tuesday by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, explained that the reshuffle is aimed at revitalizing governance and enhancing service delivery to the people of the state.

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The statement revealed that “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 commissioners affected by this development are Commissioner of Education, Jamila Dahiru, Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Abdulhameed Bununu, Commissioner of Information and Communication, Usman Danturaki, Commissioner of Agriculture, Madugu Yalams and Commissioner of Religious Affairs and Societal Reorientation, Yakubu Ibrahim.

“Governor Bala extends his gratitude to the outgoing commissioners for their dedication, service, and invaluable contributions to the growth and development of Bauchi State.

“Their efforts have been instrumental in advancing key initiatives and policies of this administration.

The governor has submitted the names of five individuals for security clearance and subsequent confirmation as commissioners by the state House of Assembly.

The nominees for replacement include Babayo Tilde from Toro Local Government, Abdullahi Mohammed from Misau Local Government, Bala Lukshi from Dass Local Government, Usman Shehu from Shira Local Government, Iliyasu Gital from Tafawa Balewa Local Government, Titus Ketkukah from Tafawa Balewa Local Government, Babayo Gabarin from Darazo Local Government, and Lawal Rimin Zayam from Toro Local Government.

Gidado emphasized the governor’s dedication to fulfilling his administration’s mandate and reassured the public that the government remains committed to driving impactful development and enhancing the welfare of all citizens.