Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has strengthened the state's governance structure with new appointments. The Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, announced the approval of three Commissioners-designate, two Special Advisers, and four Senior Special Assistants. These appointments aim to enhance effective coordination in implementing the state's development agenda. The governor has forwarded the names of the Commissioners-designate to the Gombe State House of Assembly for screening and approval.
The three Commissioners-designate are Dr. Ahmed Wali Doho from Kwami Local Government Area, Nasiru Adamu Degri from Balanga Local Government Area, and Dr. Muhammad A. Bello from Gombe Local Government Area. Dr. Doho will replace Engr. Usman Maijama'a Kallamu, who resigned and emerged as a member to represent Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives. This change is expected to bring new perspectives to the state's governance.
Nasiru Adamu Degri's appointment is replacing Engr. Bala Adams, who was nominated as a running mate to Dr. Jamilu Isyaku Gwamna, the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate in the state. Dr. Muhammad A. Bello's appointment adds to the state's representation. Governor Yahaya's appointments reflect efforts to maintain a balanced and inclusive governance structure.
In addition to the Commissioners-designate, Governor Yahaya has approved the appointment of Abdulmalik Musa Jibrin and Mohammed Bashir Nuhu as Special Advisers. These appointments are aimed at providing strategic guidance and support to the governor. The governor's administration is focused on effective governance and coordination.
Professor Njodi also announced the appointment of Jibrin M. Ali, Sadiq Mohammed Abubakar (BB Kumo), John Launa, and Danlami Sanda as Senior Special Assistants II on Political and Community Engagement. These appointments take immediate effect, while the appointments of the Commissioners-designate remain subject to the approval of the State House of Assembly. The new appointees are expected to contribute to the state's development agenda.
The appointments reflect Governor Yahaya's efforts to maintain a dynamic and responsive governance structure. By strengthening the state's governance, the governor aims to drive development and improve the lives of Gombe State residents. The new appointees will play crucial roles in implementing the state's development agenda.
The Gombe State House of Assembly will screen and approve the Commissioners-designate. Once approved, they will assume their new roles, contributing to the state's governance and development. The governor's appointments demonstrate his commitment to effective governance and coordination in Gombe State.
Key points
- Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya appoints three Commissioners-designate and other aides to strengthen Gombe State's governance structure.
- The appointments aim to enhance effective coordination in implementing the state's development agenda.
- The new appointees will play crucial roles in driving development and improving the lives of Gombe State residents.