Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has sworn in a new commissioner and 22 special advisers.
At the swearing-in ceremony held on Thursday at the Banquet Hall in Gombe, Governor Yahaya stated that those appointments were a call to service and not an invitation to political luxury and profligacy.
He urged the new appointees to help navigate the state through its challenges with dedication and integrity.
“The individuals taking the oath of office today have been carefully selected for their unwavering loyalty, proven commitment, and relentless hard work.
“Many of them served with distinction during my first term and are now entrusted with new mandates to serve Gombe State,” he stated.
Reflecting on his administration’s achievements since 2019, Governor Yahaya pointed out the strong foundation of hard work, resilience, and commitment to the people’s well-being, noting that the administration’s various people-oriented policies and programs had propelled the state towards greater heights, earning domestic and international commendation.
“Our achievements in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and rural development have turned Gombe into a model worthy of emulation by other states.
“We have also implemented public service reforms to enhance efficiency, transparency, and service delivery.
“As senior public officials, I trust you will lead by example, fostering a culture of integrity and excellence in all your endeavors.” Yahaya added.
He urged the newly appointed officials to embrace the administration’s reforms and policies wholeheartedly to ensure their successful implementation.
The names and portfolios of the newly sworn-in commissioner and special advisers are as follows:
Commissioner: Shehu Umar Yerima Abdullahi (Special Duties and Regional Integration)
Special Advisers:
Abubakar Usman Barambu – Akko Political Coordination – Gombe Central
Shuaibu Iliya Kashere – Akko (Civic Engagement)
Habu Ali Kalshingi – Akko LGA Community Relations – Gombe Central
Audu Dan Reme – Balanga LGA (Special Duties) – Gombe South
Muazu Garba – Balanga LGA (Ecology and Environment)
J.B. Kwallams – Billiri LGA (Political Coordination) – Gombe South
Jamilu Ahmed Shabewa – Dukku LGA (Local Government Affairs)
Damina Sardauna – Dukku LGA (Chieftaincy Affairs)
Ibrahim Cheldu – Funakaye LGA (Community Relations) – Gombe North
Mohammed T. Chiroma – Funakaye LGA (Inter-Governmental Relations)
Chidebelu Cornelius Ewezie – Gombe LGA (Inter-Community Relations)
Faruk Aliyu – Kaltungo LGA (Community Relations) – Gombe South
Ibrahim Buba – Kwami LGA (Political Coordination) – Gombe North
Usman Jahun – Nafada LGA (Rural Development)
Hon. Mamman Alkali – Shongom LGA (Legislative Matters)
Shuaibu Umar Galadima – Yamaltu Deba LGA (Ethical Orientation)
Garba Usman Dankafanchan – Yamaltu Deba LGA (Inter-Party Relations)
Haruna Mohd Samanja – Yamaltu Deba LGA (Youth Engagement)
AIG (Rtd) Zubairu Muazu (Security Matters)
Finney David – Balanga LGA (Women Affairs/Nigeria for Women Project)
Dr. Ishiyaku Babayo (Donor and Development Partners Coordination)
Sayyada Amina Dahiru Bauchi (Almajiri & Tsangaya Education)