The Political Landscape of Bauchi: Governor’s Dismissal of Five Commissioners Sparks Controversy
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has reshuffled his cabinet by dismissing five commissioners to enhance governance and service delivery.
The affected commissioners are:
- Dr. Jamila Dahiru, Commissioner for Education
- Abubakar Abdulhameed Bununu, Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs
- Usman Danturaki, Commissioner for Information and Communication
- Professor Simon Madugu Yalams, Commissioner for Agriculture
- Yakubu Ibrahim Hamza, Commissioner for Religious Affairs and Societal Reorientation
Governor Mohammed has expressed gratitude for their service and contributions to the state’s development.
In their place, the governor has nominated eight individuals for commissioner roles, pending confirmation by the Bauchi State House of Assembly.
The nominees are:
- Isa Babayo Tilde (Toro Local Government)
- Abdullahi Mohammed (Misau Local Government)
- Dr. Bala Musa Lukshi (Dass Local Government)
- Usman Shehu (Shira Local Government)
- Iliyasu Aliyu Gital (Tafawa Balewa Local Government)
- Professor Titus Ketkukah (Tafawa Balewa Local Government)
- Babayo Gabarin (Darazo Local Government)
- Dr. Mohammed Lawal (Toro Local Government)
This cabinet reshuffle reflects the administration’s commitment to introducing new ideas and energy into governance, aligning with the governor’s vision to strengthen the government’s machinery and effectively address emerging challenges.