Yobe Governor Swears-In 9 Perm Secs, Confirms SSG, Chief Of Staff

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has expressed the determination of his administration to equip and reposition the public service. He disclosed this during the inauguration of the nine newly-appointed permanent secretaries in Government House Damaturu yesterday.

Governor Buni urged the appointees to be guided by the code of ethics and to conduct themselves in conformity with the oath of allegiance and oath of office administered on them.

He appealed to them to be proactive in proffering fresh ideas and to build strong synergy with colleagues in the ministries and departments for efficient and effective service delivery.

The new permanent secretaries are: Alhaji Modu, Umar Aji Suleiman, Abdulmumin Mammam, Alhaji Rabu Garba Tsoho Nguru, Sani Mohammed Sama’ila Nguru, Hajiya Zainab Mohammed Ago, Yusuf Hassan Yusuf, Bukar Aji Bukar, Baba Kachala Gaidam.

Governor Buni has also confirmed the appointment of Baba Malam Wali as the Secretary to the State Government, SSG.

The commissioner for home affairs, information and culture, Hon. Abdullahi Bego, disclosed this to journalists after the state executive council meeting.

He also announced the confirmation of Alhaji Abdullahi Yusuf Gashu’a as the Chief of Staff to Governor Buni.

Both had been serving in acting capacities since June 19, 2023.