Breaking: Bauchi govt sacks 5 commissioners

In a strategic move to bolster governance and enhance service delivery, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has reshuffled his cabinet, relieving five commissioners of their duties.

This development was confirmed in a statement released on Tuesday by Mukhtar Gidado, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor. According to the statement, the shake-up reflects the administration’s commitment to injecting fresh ideas and renewed energy into governance to tackle emerging challenges.

The commissioners affected by the decision are:

Dr. Jamila Dahiru, Commissioner for Education

Barr. Abubakar Abdulhameed Bununu, Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs

Comrade Usman Danturaki, Commissioner for Information and Communication

Professor Simon Madugu Yalams, Commissioner for Agriculture

Alhaji Yakubu Ibrahim Hamza, Commissioner for Religious Affairs and Societal Reorientation

Governor Mohammed extended heartfelt appreciation to the outgoing commissioners for their dedication and contributions to the growth and progress of Bauchi State. He commended their efforts in implementing key policies and wished them success in their future endeavours.

In a corresponding development, the governor has forwarded the names of eight nominees to the Bauchi State House of Assembly for security clearance and confirmation as commissioners. The nominees are:

Hon. Isa Babayo Tilde (Toro)

Abdullahi Mohammed (Misau)

Dr. Bala Musa Lukshi (Dass)

Usman Usman Shehu (Shira)

Iliyasu Aliyu Gital (Tafawa Balewa)

Prof. Titus Saul Ketkukah (Tafawa Balewa)

Hon. Adamu Babayo Gabarin (Darazo)

Dr. Mohammed Lawal Rimin Zayam (Toro)

Governor Mohammed reassured citizens that the cabinet reshuffle is a routine effort to strengthen administrative efficiency. He reaffirmed his commitment to fulfilling his mandate and driving sustainable development in Bauchi State.