Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has swore in 3 newly appointed Special Advisers at the council chambers of the government house, Dutse.
In a statement made available to newsmen by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Hamisu Mohammed Gumel said, those sworn in are Alhaji Kabiru Hassan Sugungum, Special Adviser on National Assembly Matters, Ibrahim Ahmad Kwaimawa, Special Adviser on Industrial Relations; and Ado Sani Birnin Kudu, Special Adviser on Civil Service Matters.
Administering the oath of office, Governor Namadi described the occasion as an important moment in the strengthening of his administration and the advancement of the state.
According to him, the appointees were carefully selected based on merit, integrity, experience, and proven capacity to contribute meaningfully to the implementation of government programmes and policies.
Namadi reminded the appointees that public service is a sacred trust, stressing that the oath they had taken represents a solemn commitment before Allah and the people of Jigawa State.
“While I congratulate you on reaching this milestone, it is also important to remind you of the responsibilities that come with this office. Public service is a trust, and the oath you have taken today is a solemn commitment before Allah and the people of Jigawa State. I always feel deeply moved on occasions like this because leadership is both an honour and a heavy responsibility.”
He urged them to discharge their duties with sincerity, dedication, and humility, always placing the interest of the state above all else.
The Governor urged them to continue giving their best in the service of the state, as they have done over the years.
He also called on them to work with sincerity, dedication, and humility, and always place the interest of the state above all else.
He expressed confidence that with excellent intentions and commitment, Allah would guide and support them in the discharge of their responsibilities.
He prayed that Almighty Allah grant the new Special Advisers wisdom, strength, and protection as they carry out their duties, while also guiding the entire administration in its collective efforts towards the progress and development of Jigawa State.
Responding on behalf of his colleagues, the Special Adviser on National Assembly Matters, Alhaji Kabiru Hassan Sugungum, expressed profound gratitude to the Governor for the confidence reposed in them.
He assured the Governor of their absolute loyalty to his administration and the State Executive Council, pledging to contribute effectively to the successful implementation of the administration’s 12-Point Agenda in alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Alhaji Sugungum said the appointees were motivated by the responsibility bestowed on them and, by the grace of Allah, would work diligently to justify the confidence reposed in them and support the governor’s vision for a greater Jigawa State.
Usman Mohammed Zaria
