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GOVERNOR BAGO APPROVES NEW APPOINTMENTS TO STRENGTHEN GOVERNANCE IN NIGER STATE

The Farmer Governor of Niger State, Hon. Mohammed Umaru Bago, has approved the following appointments, subject to confirmation by the Niger State House of Assembly:

*Commissioners-Designate:

1. Hon. Lucky Barau - Gurara LGA
2. Hon. Isah Wakili - Bosso LGA
3. Dr. Isah Adamu - Kontagora LGA
4. Hon. Emmanuel Alamu - Magama LGA
5. Hon. Shuaibu Saidu Kaboji - Mashegu LGA
6. Mohammed Danladi Garba - Borgu LGA

OTHER APPOINTMENT

- Alhaji Nma Kolo - Chief Political Adviser
- Yahaya Emilugi - Special Adviser, Political Matters, Zone A
- Yusuf Tagwai - Special Adviser, Political Matters, Zone B
- Salman Yusuf - Special Adviser, Political Matters, Zone C

In a statement signed by the SSG, Alhaji Abubakar Usman, the governor said the appointments reflect his administration’s commitment to effective service delivery and inclusive governance. The governor congratulated the appointees and charged them to serve diligently.

Dated: 7th September, 2026
Signed: Abubakar Adamu Kuta, Information Officer, Office of the SSG

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GOVERNOR BAGO APPROVES NEW APPOINTMENTS TO STRENGTHEN GOVERNANCE IN NIGER STATE

The Farmer Governor of Niger State, Hon. Mohammed Umaru Bago, has approved the following appointments, subject to confirmation by the Niger State House of Assembly:

Commissioners-Designate:

1. Hon. Lucky Barau - Gurara LGA
2. Hon. Isah Wakili - Bosso LGA
3. Dr. Isah Adamu - Kontagora LGA
4. Hon. Emmanuel Alamu - Magama LGA
5. Hon. Shuaibu Saidu Kaboji - Mashegu LGA
6. Mohammed Danladi Garba - Borgu LGA

OTHER APPOINTMENT

- Alhaji Nma Kolo - Chief Political Adviser
- Yahaya Emilugi - Special Adviser, Political Matters, Zone A
- Yusuf Tagwai - Special Adviser, Political Matters, Zone B
- Salman Yusuf - Special Adviser, Political Matters, Zone C

In a statement signed by the SSG, Alhaji Abubakar Usman, the governor said the appointments reflect his administration’s commitment to effective service delivery and inclusive governance. The governor congratulated the appointees and charged them to serve diligently.

Dated: 7th September, 2026
Signed: Abubakar Adamu Kuta, Information Officer, Office of the SSG

SITUATION REPORT – SHIRORO LOCAL GOVERNMENT LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

Following the reported successful impeachment of the Leader of the Shiroro Local Government Legislative Council, Hon Yusuf Allawa, tension has reportedly escalated within the Council Secretariat.

Reports indicate that groups of suspected thugs have taken over the premises and are allegedly threatening to set the Secretariat building ablaze. Some Councillors are reportedly still inside the building and have, as of the time of filing this report, refused to come out.

The situation remains tense, and urgent intervention by the appropriate security authorities is recommended to prevent any escalation, protect lives and property, and restore order within the premises.
Status: Situation developing as at the time of filing this report.