Gov Bago sacks 30 advisers

Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has approved the disengagement of 30 special advisers in a move aimed at restructuring the state’s governance framework.

The development was disclosed on Tuesday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, who explained that the decision forms part of efforts to revamp the administration and improve efficiency in line with the governor’s New Niger agenda.

According to the statement, details of fresh appointments or possible reassignments were not provided.

The governor reportedly made the announcement during his maiden State Executive Council meeting with the newly inaugurated commissioners at the Government House in Minna.

Bologi explained that, “the termination of their appointment was to allow the governor to rejig and reposition their portfolios with a view to making them more effective and efficient in line with his New Niger agenda.”

He added that the governor expressed gratitude to them for their sacrifices and contributions to the success of his administration, while wishing them success in their future endeavours.