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From Abel Leonard, Lafia
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has administered the oath of office to 16 newly appointed commissioners.
The ceremony took place in Lafia on Monday, where the governor urged the newly sworn-in officials to uphold the principles of transparency, accountability and the rule of law.
Governor Sule, emphasizing the need to shun corrupt practices, highlighted his administration’s commitment to a vision of good governance.
“The commissioners were screened and confirmed by the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, an event that Governor Sule praised for its swiftness under the leadership of Rt. Hon. Balarabe Abdullahi, the Speaker of the Assembly.
The portfolios of the commissioners as announced by the governor during the swearing-in event. Notable appointments include Hon. Yakubu Kwanta as Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, From Akwanga LGA, Aishatu Rufai- Commissioner for Women Affairs from Awe LGA, Umar Abubakar Dan’akano, Commissioner for Agriculture, Awe LGA, Munirat Abdullahi –Commissioner for Finance from Doma, LGA, Timothy Kasuwa as Commissioner for Special Duties on Security and Public Matters, Karu LGA, Ja’afaru Ango- Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Karu LGA, Margaret Elayo as Commissioner for Special Duties on Humanitarian Services and NGOs, Keana LGA, Bala Mulki- Commissioner for Lands and Urban Development – Keffi LGA and John D W Mamman as Commissioner for Education from Kokona LGA.
“Others are Abubakar Imam Zanwa as Commissioner for Water Resources and Rural Development Lafia LGA, Mr Samuel Kafu Emgba as Commissioner for Science and Technology Lafia LGA, Aliyu Ahmed Tijjani as Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Nasarawa LGA, Muhammed Iyimoga as Commissioner for Trade and Investment Obi LGA, Barr. Labaran Magaji Commissioner for Justice Toto LGA, Dr. Gaza Gwamna as Commissioner for Health- Toto LGA, Mu’azu Gosho as Commissioner for Works, Housing and Transport Wamba LGA,” he said
“I want to congratulate you on your well deserved appointments as we have made wider consultations in the selection of Commissioners across the state.”
“I also urge you to be dedicated and hard work as this administration cherishes hard work, commitment and loyalty,” he said
He also expressed his confidence in the commissioners’ abilities to justify the trust placed in them by the government and the people of Nasarawa State.
“I want to implore you to key into my administration’s vision of transparency and accountability and you are to shun corrupt tendencies.”
Governor Sule further revealed plans to distribute palliatives received from the Federal Government to alleviate the hardships faced by the citizens due to subsidy removal. This decision reflects the administration’s commitment to the welfare of the people.
Ealier, Barr Muhammad Aliyu Ubandoma, the Secretary to the Government of Nasarawa State, praised Governor Sule for his effective governance and the positive impact of his policies on the state. The secretary also affirmed that the newly appointed commissioners were thoroughly screened and cleared by the security agencies.
Daily Sun reports that the process leading to the appointments began on July 28, 2023, when Governor Sule submitted a list of 17 commissioner nominees to the State House of Assembly. On August 1st, 2023, 16 of the nominees were screened and confirmed by the Assembly, with only one nominee unable to attend due to health reasons.
