The Bauchi State Governor, Bala Abdukadir Muhammad has appointed 168 political aides, saying that the move was to “strengthen” government machinery.
The Governor’s Media Adviser, Mukhtar Gidado in a press statement said that the appointments spread across principal special assistant, senior special assistant, special assistant and personal assistant.
Five of the appointees are principal special assistant on political and community relations, one principal special assistant on pension matters, 60 are special assistant on political and community relations, one senior special assistant on labour matters, 38 special assistant on political and community relations, 63 Personal Assistants (PA) – on political and community relations.
Gidado said that the appointments are part of the Governor’s ongoing efforts to ensure greater inclusion, enhance service delivery, and foster a government that reflects the diverse interests and aspirations of the people of Bauchi State.
“The newly appointed aides, who are largely former political office holders at the national, state, and local government levels, were selected based on merit, proven experience, and political background as well as leadership capabilities, and are expected to inject fresh energy into the administration and support the Governor’s vision of a more responsive and effective government.
“Governor Muhammad congratulates the appointees and urges them to see their appointments as a call to greater service. He emphasizes the need for dedication, loyalty, and a people-centered approach to governance as the administration intensifies efforts to deliver more democratic dividends to the good people of Bauchi State,” he said.
According to Gidado, Muhammad is confident that with the new appointments, the administration would be better positioned to consolidate on its achievements and build a legacy of good governance, inclusivity, and sustainable development.
