Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has approved the appointment of 168 political aides in a bid to strengthen the machinery of government and enhance service delivery across the state.
The Governor’s Media Adviser, Mukhtar Gidado, in a statement Tuesday morning, said that the appointments are spread across principal special assistants, senior special assistants, special assistants, and personal assistants.
Five of the appointees are principal special assistants on political and community relations, one principal special assistant on pension matters, 60 are special assistants on political and community relations, one senior special assistant on labour matters, 38 special assistants on political and community relations, and 63 personal assistants (PA) on political and community relations.
Gidado said that the appointments are part of the Governor’s ongoing efforts to ensure greater inclusion, enhance service delivery, and foster a government that reflects the diverse interests and aspirations of the people of Bauchi State.
He noted that most of the appointees are experienced former political officeholders at various levels, selected based on merit, political background, and leadership ability.
Governor Mohammed congratulated the new aides urging them to approach their duties with dedication, loyalty, and a commitment to people-oriented governance.
He expressed confidence that the appointments would help consolidate on existing achievements and drive sustainable development in the state.
The appointments take immediate effect, as the governor moves forward with his plans to solidify the administration’s legacy.
