By ELIZABETH OGUNJOBI

Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, on Saturday swore in 23 new commissioners, 13 special advisers, and one permanent secretary, just 10 months to the end of his administration.

Yahaya congratulated the newly inaugurated public officials, urging them to justify their appointments by helping to drive the development and reform agenda of his administration in the state.

The governor said that the expectations from the people were “very high and therefore, there is no time to waste.”

Yahaya also tasked the appointees to implement government policies with total precision and deliver good governance directly to the doorsteps of citizens within the remaining period of his government.

According to him, as elections approach, all political appointees must work hard.

He said their achievements in office must serve as potent campaign tools, asserting that his administration spoke through its work and verifiable performance.

“As we steadily approach the twilight of our eight-year tenure in office, we owe it to posterity to leave behind an unshakeable legacy of development, socio-economic transformation, and institutional integrity.

“You have less than a year to make your mark. There is absolutely no time for learning or institutional orientation; you need to hit the ground running immediately,” he urged

Yahaya further reminded all the newly sworn-in officials that their appointments were a sacred public trust bestowed on them by the people.

He, however, cautioned that power, authority, and funds belonging to the government must be used solely for the benefit of the people, and not for the benefit of any single individual or group.

The governor also tasked them to carry out their responsibilities with the fear of God Almighty, unwavering dedication, and absolute integrity.

Yahaya warned against abuse of office in any form, stressing that his administration would not condone indiscipline, corruption, or any act capable of tarnishing the hard-earned image of the government.

“You are not merely the ambassadors of our government; you are the ambassadors and servants of the people of Gombe State,” he affirmed. (NAN)

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