Gov Yusuf Swears In Sunusi Bature as Information Commissioner, Assigns Solid Minerals To Balarabe Gani
By Abdullahi Yusuf
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State on Friday sweared in two new Commissioners – Alhaji Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Commissioner for Information, and Alhaji Balarabe Sa’idu Gani as Commissioner for Solid Minerals.
Speaking shortly after swearing in the two Commissioners, Governor Yusuf charged them to demonstrate commitment, dedication and hard work in their respective ministries to accelerate the development of Kano State.
He specifically tasked the new Information Commissioner with strengthening the state’s communication strategy through effective collaboration with journalists, social media practitioners and political commentators, particularly those participating in radio programmes.
He emphasised the importance of engaging media stakeholders to improve public understanding of government policies, programmes and achievements, especially as the state approaches the 2027 general elections.
Responding on behalf of the newly-sworn in commissioners, Alhaji Balarabe Sa’idu Gani expressed appreciation to Governor Yusuf for the confidence reposed in them.
He assured the Governor of their commitment to hard work, dedication and effective service delivery, pledging to contribute meaningfully to the administration’s development agenda.
The appointments are expected to strengthen the state’s information management and solid minerals sectors as the Abba Kabir Yusuf administration continues its efforts to deliver on its development promises.
The swearing-in ceremony which took place at Africa House, Government House, Kano, was graced by members of the State Executive Council, political advisers, family members, friends, well-wishers, among several other guests.