Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has hired four new commissioners nine months to the end of his administration, while tasking them to uphold integrity, accountability, and transparency in the discharge of their responsibilities.

Some commissioners had exited the cabinet to contest the 2027 at different levels, two were dropped while others left on their own volition.

The newly appointed commissioners are; Madaki Ahmad Gololo, Bashir Yau, Bashir Adamu Rishi, and Baraya Ibrahim.

Governor Mohammed explained that the new commissioners were selected from the affected local government areas to maintain fair representation in the State Executive Council.

According to him, the appointments were not based on representation alone, but also on the track records, competence, experience, and commitment of the appointees to the development of Bauchi State. He urged the commissioners to familiarise themselves with government policies and work closely with permanent secretaries and other civil servants to achieve the objectives of their respective ministries.

He warned that their conduct and actions would be closely monitored by the government and members of the public, urging them to uphold probity, accountability, and due process in managing public resources. Governor Bala Mohammed cautioned them against any action capable of bringing the government or the state into disrepute.

The Governor highlighted the achievements of his administration since 2019, including investments in road construction, education, healthcare, water supply, security, youth empowerment, and skills development. He said the efforts have contributed to positioning Bauchi among the leading states in development and one of the safest states in Nigeria.

Announcing the cabinet changes, Governor Bala Mohammed assigned Madaki Ahmad Gololo to the Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises and Cooperatives; Bashir Yau to Youth and Sports Development; Bashir Adamu Rishi to Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management; and Baraya Ibrahim to Commerce, Industry and Investment.

He also announced the redeployment of Adamu Babayo Gabarin to Culture and Tourism; Abdul Hassan to Rural Development and Special Duties; and Muhammad Hamisu Shira to Finance and Economic Development. Hassan Eliyakub and Usman Usman will continue supervising the Ministries of Local Government and Water Resources respectively.

Speaking on behalf of the newly appointed commissioners, Baraya Ibrahim appreciated Governor Bala Mohammed for the confidence reposed in them and pledged their commitment to supporting the administration’s development agenda.

He assured that the commissioners would work collectively to promote transparency, accountability, and effective implementation of government programmes, while seeking the cooperation and support of the people of Bauchi State.

Governor Bala Mohammed concluded the ceremony with prayers for Allah’s guidance and protection for the new commissioners, Bauchi State, and Nigeria, while reaffirming his administration’s determination to continue improving the lives of citizens until the end of its tenure.