BREAKING: Governor Sacks All Commissioners, Orders Handover to Perm Secs

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has dissolved the entire State Executive Council, directing all commissioners to hand over their ministries to Permanent Secretaries no later than April 10, 2026.

The directive was announced on Wednesday by the Secretary to the State Government, Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, following an extraordinary cabinet meeting held to review the administration’s performance midway into Yahaya’s second term.

According to Njodi, the dissolution became necessary due to shifting political developments as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections.

The move is expected to allow commissioners and other political appointees seeking elective positions to participate freely in the political process.

All commissioners must complete their handover processes by Friday, April 10, while political aides intending to run for office must also tender their resignations within the same timeframe.

Governor Yahaya expressed gratitude to the outgoing council members for their service, loyalty, and contributions to the state’s development, and extended his best wishes as they move on to new political or professional pursuits.

The government has urged the public and media to continue supporting ongoing state initiatives during this transition period.