Abba Yusuf, governor of Kano, has assigned portfolios to the newly appointed commissioners, permanent secretaries, and special advisers.

Yusuf asked new appointees, sworn in on Monday, to serve with dedication, integrity, and humility to meet the administration’s expectations.

Wada Sagagi, the former secretary to the state government (SSG), was sworn in as the commissioner for investment, commerce, and industry.

Ismail Danmaraya is the new commissioner for finance; Shehu Sani is the commissioner for power and sustainable energy, while Dahiru Hashim will serve as the commissioner for environment.

Also sworn in were Abdulkadir Abdulsalam (commissioner for rural development), Abdullahi Waiya (information), and Wada Ma’aji (public procurement).

Sanusi Dawakin-Tofa, the spokesperson to the governor of Kano, said in a statement that Yusuf asked the new cabinet members to rededicate themselves to meeting public expectations.

“I remain fully committed to fulfiling my campaign promises. These appointments therefore reflect our determination to identify and empower individuals who will help us implement policies and programmes that make a tangible difference in the lives of our citizens,” the statement reads.

“Over the past months, we have worked tirelessly to address pressing issues, including infrastructure development, education, healthcare, security, empowerment and employment generation for the citizens.

“Today’s appointments and the creation of the Local Government Service Commission further demonstrate our resolve to build a more efficient and people centred government.”