Niger Governor, Mohammed Bago sacks 30 special advisers

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has relieved 30 special advisers of their duties as part of a broader restructuring of his administration.

The decision forms part of efforts to reorganise government operations and improve service delivery across the state.

The development was confirmed on Tuesday by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim.

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.”

Decision taken at first council session

Governor Bago announced the decision during his first executive council meeting with recently inaugurated commissioners at the Government House in Minna.

The meeting focused on reviewing existing structures and repositioning the administration for better performance.

According to the statement, the disengagement of the advisers was necessary to allow the governor review and realign responsibilities in key areas of governance.

No immediate information was provided on replacements or new appointments.

Acknowledgement of service

The governor expressed appreciation to the affected advisers for their contributions and commitment during their time in office.

He noted that the decision was not punitive but part of an administrative reorganisation.

Governor Bago wished the former advisers well in their future pursuits, reiterating his commitment to building a more effective and responsive government for the people of Niger State.