Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has made several key appointments in the state. The governor appointed Sheikh Dr. Nasiru Abdulrahman Funtua, a renowned Islamic scholar and prominent JIBWIS leader, as Chairman of the Katsina State Pilgrims Welfare Board. This appointment is seen as a move to bring credible leadership and religious knowledge to the management of pilgrims' affairs. Sheikh Funtua is expected to strengthen the Board's operations and prioritize the welfare and interests of pilgrims.
In addition to Sheikh Funtua's appointment, Governor Radda also appointed Dr. Sirajo Yakubu Batagarawa and Malam Abubakar Kabir Kusada as Special Advisers to the Governor. Four other individuals were also appointed to various positions. These appointments are part of Governor Radda's efforts to ensure that his administration is served by capable and dedicated individuals. The governor expects the appointees to work tirelessly to promote the interests of Katsina State and its people.
Alhaji Shamsuddeen Surajo Wowo Dutsin-Ma has been appointed as Director-General of the Katsina State Erosion and Watershed Management Agency, KEWMA. This appointment is aimed at strengthening the agency's operations and addressing the challenges of erosion and watershed management in the state. The governor is confident that Alhaji Dutsin-Ma has the expertise and experience to lead the agency effectively.
Governor Radda also appointed Alhaji Muhammad Saifuddeen Yakubu Musa as Commander-General of the Katsina State Hisbah Board. This appointment is seen as a move to strengthen the state's Hisbah Board and promote Islamic values and principles. Alhaji Musa is expected to work closely with the governor to ensure that the Hisbah Board is effective in its duties.
Other appointees include Alhaji Ma'aruf Shehu Sanin Kawo Dandume as Senior Special Assistant to the Governor and Alhaji Lawal Ibrahim Musa as a member of the Katsina State Pilgrims Welfare Board. These appointments bring to seven the number of new officials appointed by Governor Radda. The governor congratulated the appointees and urged them to work hard to justify the confidence reposed in them.
Governor Radda charged the appointees to key fully into his administration's Building Your Future agenda. He emphasized the importance of their roles in promoting better governance, stronger institutions, and improved service delivery. The governor is confident that the appointees will work tirelessly to achieve these goals and promote the interests of Katsina State and its people.
The appointments by Governor Radda are seen as a move to strengthen his administration and promote the interests of Katsina State. The governor's emphasis on credible leadership, religious knowledge, and responsible stewardship is expected to guide the operations of the various boards and agencies in the state. The appointees are expected to work hard to achieve the governor's goals and promote the well-being of the people of Katsina State.
Key points
- Governor Radda appoints Sheikh Dr. Nasiru Abdulrahman Funtua as Chairman of the Katsina State Pilgrims Welfare Board.
- Alhaji Muhammad Saifuddeen Yakubu Musa is appointed as Commander-General of the Katsina State Hisbah Board.
- The appointments are part of Governor Radda's efforts to strengthen his administration and promote the interests of Katsina State.
