Bauchi governor drops two commissioners

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has removed two commissioners from the State Executive Council less than a year before his administration concludes. The governor has also nominated replacements, sending their names to the State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation.

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The Governor has also accepted the resignation of the former Commissioner for Rural Development and Special Duties, Hon. Faruk Mustapha.

According to Mohammed's media aide, Mukhtar Gidado, the decision is part of the administration's ongoing efforts to enhance governance and service delivery across the state. The dismissed commissioners are Mohammed Salis Gamawa, formerly of Commerce, Industries and Investment, and Dr. Mohammed Lawal Rimin Zayam, the immediate past Commissioner for Education who was reassigned to the Ministry of Power, Science and Technology.

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He said that the move was part of the administration’s “continuous efforts to strengthen governance and enhance service delivery across the state.”

Additionally, the governor accepted the resignation of Hon. Faruk Mustapha, the former Commissioner for Rural Development and Special Duties. Gidado stated that the nominations for replacements and to fill other vacancies were submitted to the State House of Assembly. Governor Mohammed expressed gratitude for the outgoing commissioners' service and contributions, wishing them success in their future endeavors. He reaffirmed the administration's commitment to building a more responsive and effective government for the state's residents.

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He wished them continued success in their future endeavours and reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to build a more responsive, effective, and results-oriented government for the benefit of the people of the state.