Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has approved a cabinet reshuffle involving several commissioners and the appointment of two additional special advisers.
The Governor said the reorganization is intended to enhance coordination, deepen sectoral expertise, and fast-track the implementation of key government programmes across education, health, agriculture, youth development, women empowerment, and social welfare.
According to a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Mohammed, the changes — which take immediate effect — are aimed at repositioning the administration for improved service delivery and optimal performance in critical sectors.
Under the new arrangement, Hon. Adnan Nahabu has been appointed Commissioner for Higher, Vocational and Technical Education, while Prof. Ahmad Muhammad Bakori moves from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development to head the newly created Ministry of Livestock Development. Hon. Aliyu Zakari Shargalle has been redeployed from the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development to the Ministry of Agriculture, and Hon. Zainab Musa Musawa moves from the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education to the Ministry of Special Duties.
Hon. Yusuf Suleiman Jibia takes over as Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, while Engr. Surajo Yazid Abukur has been appointed Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development. Hajiya Aisha Aminu, formerly Director-General of the Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency, will now serve as Commissioner for Women Affairs.
In addition, Governor Radda has appointed Hajiya Hadiza Yar’adua as Special Adviser on Nutrition and Welfare Services, and Isa Muhammad Musa as Special Adviser on Cultural Orientation.
Governor Radda congratulated the newly appointed and redeployed officials, urging them to remain committed to his administration’s “Building Your Future” agenda and to prioritize dedicated service to the people of Katsina State.
