Gov. Yusuf swears in two commissioners
Gov. Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, on Friday, presided over the swearing-in of two new commissioners.
The attorney-general and commissioner for justice, Abdulkarim Maude, administered the oaths of office at a ceremony held at the Government House.
The new commissioners are Sanusi Bature-Dawakin Tofa, a former director-general of media, appointed commissioner for information and Balarabe Saidu Gani, a former Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, appointed commissioner for solid minerals resources.
In his remarks, Mr Yusuf expressed gratitude to the Kano State House of Assembly for the prompt screening and confirmation of the nominees.
He said the commissioners were selected based on merit and integrity, noting that their appointments came with enormous responsibilities.
Mr Yusuf urged them to remain dedicated to their duties and remember that public office was a call to service and an opportunity to serve the people.
He also urged them to uphold the principles of integrity, transparency and accountability in the discharge of their responsibilities.
(NAN)
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