Bauchi Gov Reaffirms Commitment To Civil Service Reforms, Workers’ Welfare

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed has reiterated his administration’s dedication to fostering career growth and improving the welfare of civil servants in the state.

Speaking yesterday at a Ramadan Iftar with permanent secretaries and senior civil servants at the Government House in Bauchi, the governor emphasised that enhancing remuneration and overall welfare remains a top priority for his administration.

Governor Mohammed highlighted ongoing reforms aimed at ensuring effective and timely implementation of people-oriented policies and programmes.

He stressed that the civil service is the backbone of any administration’s success in delivering democratic dividends, underscoring the importance of continuous workforce training and retraining to boost productivity.

“As a former civil servant, I understand the significance of the service in achieving great milestones. That is why I am committed to restoring its lost glory in Bauchi,” he said.

He commended civil servants for their cooperation in implementing government policies across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.

The governor also reaffirmed his support for a reward and punishment system to enhance discipline and efficiency in the service.

Regarding the implementation of the Contributory Pension Scheme, Governor Bala Mohammed disclosed that his administration has already released the state’s contribution to accelerate the process.

For his part, the State Head of Civil Service, Barrister Sani Umar, expressed appreciation for the governor’s unwavering support in advancing the civil service and assured him of the workforce’s loyalty and commitment to achieving the administration’s objectives.