The Governor, Kano State, Abba Yusuf has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to instill discipline in the state civil servants toward effective governance.
This is contained in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, issued in Kano on Saturday.
Dawakin-Tofa quoted the governor as making the remark when he hosted Permanent Secretaries in the state for an Iftar (break fast) at Government House, Kano on Friday evening.
Yusuf described the permanent secretaries as “the engine room of government operations,” whose role he said was critical to ensuring effective governance.
He noted that while he had the authority to replace all the permanent secretaries upon assumption of office, he chose not to, recognising their wealth of institutional knowledge and indispensable role in governance.
“I had the right to fire all the permanent secretaries, but I understood their importance as the administrative backbone of our government.
“Considering this privilege, be mindful of great responsibility ahead of you, and be reminded that virtues of discipline must be upheld at all times and at all levels,” he said.
The governor reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to accountability, efficiency and professionalism in the civil service, urging senior officials to lead by example.
He warned that his administration would not condone laxity and misconduct in the state service.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the Iftar gathering provided an opportunity for the governor to engage directly with top civil servants, fostering collaboration and reinforcing his vision for a disciplined and result-oriented civil service.
(NAN)
