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Kaduna deputy gov swears in three commissioners, 18 advisers

Kaduna deputy gov swears in three commissioners, 18 advisers
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Kaduna State Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe, presided over the swearing-in ceremony of 23 new political appointees, including commissioners and special advisers. The event served as a formal charge for the officials to prioritize integrity and public service in alignment with Governor Uba Sani’s development agenda.
Context & Background
  • ✦The appointments are framed as a continuation of the administration's governance mandate, which began in May 2023, focusing on security, education, and healthcare.
  • ✦The state government is actively working to bridge the gap between the administration and the grassroots to maintain public confidence.
Key Figures & Named Entities
•Dr. Hadiza Balarabe, Deputy Governor of Kaduna State, who administered the oaths and emphasized the solemn nature of public service.•The administration reported that 255 primary healthcare centres have been upgraded to Level Two as part of ongoing infrastructure improvements.
Outlook & Next Steps
The newly sworn-in officials are expected to immediately begin their duties as a bridge between the government and the grassroots, with their performance serving as a key metric for the administration's success.
Key Takeaways
AI Summary
  • ✦Kaduna State Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe, swore in three new commissioners, 18 special advisers, a Deputy Chief of Staff, and a Counsellor on Infrastructure.
  • ✦The administration emphasized that governance must continue despite the political calendar, asserting that the needs of the people take precedence over election cycles.
  • ✦The state government highlighted significant progress since May 2023, including the reopening of over 500 schools and the return of 300,000 out-of-school children to classrooms in 2025.
Key Facts:May 2023: The Kaduna State administration has been recording progress since taking office.2025: Over 300,000 out-of-school children returned to classrooms.
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The Kaduna State Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe, has sworn in three new commissioners, 18 special advisers and other political officeholders.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Story

Who were the three commissioners sworn in by the Deputy Governor?

The commissioners are Benjamin Kure (Sports Development), Amina Dalhat (Special Duties I), and Abdullahi Abbas (Special Duties II).

What was the Deputy Governor's stance on the timing of these appointments?

Dr. Hadiza Balarabe stated that governance should not be put on hold for the political calendar because the needs of the people do not wait for election cycles.

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